What is the cheapest way to get from Aachen to Cologne Cathedral?

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Cologne Cathedral is to rideshare which costs €3 - €7 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen to Cologne Cathedral?

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Cologne Cathedral is to train which takes 39 min and costs €7 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen and Cologne Cathedral?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aachen, Hbf and arriving at Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Cologne Cathedral?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aachen Hbf and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Aachen to Cologne Cathedral?

The distance between Aachen and Cologne Cathedral is 70 km. The road distance is 70.2 km.

How do I travel from Aachen to Cologne Cathedral without a car?

The best way to get from Aachen to Cologne Cathedral without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs €7 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Aachen to Cologne Cathedral?

The train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbf takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Cologne Cathedral bus from?

Aachen to Cologne Cathedral bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Cologne Cathedral train from?

Aachen to Cologne Cathedral train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Aachen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Aachen to Cologne Cathedral?

The best way to get from Aachen to Cologne Cathedral is to train which takes 39 min and costs €7 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis, which costs and takes 51 min.

Where does the Aachen to Cologne Cathedral bus arrive?

Aachen to Cologne Cathedral bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where does the Aachen to Cologne Cathedral train arrive?

Aachen to Cologne Cathedral train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Cologne Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Cologne Cathedral is 70 km. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Aachen to Cologne Cathedral.

How do I get a train ticket from Aachen to Cologne Cathedral?

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Where can I stay near Cologne Cathedral?

There are 1827+ hotels available in Cologne Cathedral.

Can I share a ride from Aachen to Cologne Cathedral?

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

Aachen to Cologne Cathedral - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Aachen to Cologne Cathedral by train (Eurostar), bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
39 min
€7–40
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Aachen to Colognerideshare 69.3 km
1h 14m
€3–7
Bus via Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis
1. Take the bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
51 min
Drive 70.2 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Cologne Cathedralcar 70.2 km
45 min
€11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aachen to Cologne Cathedraltaxi 70.2 km
45 min
€200–250
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aachen, Hbf to Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbfbus S19
3h 4m
€11–15

Aachen to Cologne Cathedral by train and foot

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Distance: 69.6 km
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Cologne Cathedral, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €12–25 and the journey takes 37 min. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis once daily, and the journey takes 38 min.

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