What is the cheapest way to get from Aachen to Brussels?

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Brussels is to rideshare which costs €5 - €13 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen to Brussels?

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Brussels is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs €25 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen and Brussels?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aachen station west station and arriving at Brussels-North train station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Brussels?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aachen Hbf and arriving at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Aachen to Brussels?

The distance between Aachen and Brussels is 150 km. The road distance is 144 km.

How do I travel from Aachen to Brussels without a car?

The best way to get from Aachen to Brussels without a car is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs €25 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Aachen to Brussels?

The train from Aachen Hbf to Brussels-Midi takes 1h 16m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Brussels bus from?

Aachen to Brussels bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Aachen station west.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Brussels train from?

Aachen to Brussels train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Aachen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Aachen to Brussels?

The best way to get from Aachen to Brussels is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs €25 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €20 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Aachen to Brussels bus arrive?

Aachen to Brussels bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Aachen to Brussels train arrive?

Aachen to Brussels train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Brussels?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Brussels is 144 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Aachen to Brussels.

How do I get a train ticket from Aachen to Brussels?

Book your Aachen to Brussels train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Aachen to Brussels?

Book your Aachen to Brussels bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Brussels?

There are 1761+ hotels available in Brussels.

Can I share a ride from Aachen to Brussels?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Aachen and Brussels. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Aachen to Brussels by train (Eurostar), bus, night train, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
1h 16m
€25–120
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Aachen to Brusselsrideshare 143.9 km
1h 50m
€5–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aachen station west to Brussels-North train stationbus N1310 / ...
2h 15m
€12–20
Night train
1. Take the night train from Aachen Hbf to Brussels-Nordnighttrain Nj
2h 14m
€19–90
Drive 144 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Brusselscar 144 km
1h 33m
€23–33

Aachen to Brussels by train

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Distance: 150.4 km
Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Brussels, Belgium?

Eurostar operates a train from Aachen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi every 2 hours. Tickets cost €45–80 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Aachen station west to Brussels-North train station 5 times a day. Tickets cost €12–20 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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