What is the cheapest way to get from Aachen to Köln Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Köln Hbf is to rideshare which costs €3 - €8 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen to Köln Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 38 min and costs €11 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen and Köln Hbf?

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 Köln Hbf?

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 38 min.

How far is it from Aachen to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Aachen and Köln Hbf is 69 km. The road distance is 69.7 km.

How do I travel from Aachen to Köln Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Aachen to Köln Hbf without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs €11 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Aachen to Köln Hbf?

The train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbf takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Köln Hbf bus from?

Aachen to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Köln Hbf train from?

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

Train or bus from Aachen to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Aachen to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 38 min and costs €11 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus via Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis, which costs and takes 48 min.

Where does the Aachen to Köln Hbf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aachen to Köln Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aachen to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Köln Hbf is 70 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Aachen to Köln Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Aachen to Köln Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

There are 1848+ hotels available in Köln Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Aachen to Köln Hbf?

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

Aachen to Köln Hbf - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and rideshare

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There are 6 ways to get from Aachen to Köln Hbf 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 / ...
38 min
€11–45
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Aachen to Colognerideshare 69.3 km
1h 16m
€3–8
Bus via Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis
1. Take the bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
48 min
Drive 69.7 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Köln Hbfcar 69.7 km
43 min
€11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aachen to Köln Hbftaxi 69.7 km
43 min
€200–250
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aachen, Hbf to Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbfbus S19
3h
€11–15

Aachen to Köln Hbf by train

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Distance: 69.4 km
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Köln Hbf, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €12–26 and the journey takes 38 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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