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

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Xanten is to drive which costs €18 - €27 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Xanten is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Xanten?

No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Xanten. However, there are services departing from Aachen West and arriving at Xanten Bahnhof via MG Hbf /Europaplatz and Duisburg Rheinhausen Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Aachen to Xanten?

The distance between Aachen and Xanten is 133 km. The road distance is 130 km.

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

The best way to get from Aachen to Xanten without a car is to train via Viersen which takes 2h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Aachen to Xanten, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Xanten train from?

Aachen to Xanten train services, operated by National Express, depart from Aachen West station.

Where does the Aachen to Xanten train arrive?

Aachen to Xanten train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Moenchengladbach Hbf station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Xanten?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Xanten is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Aachen to Xanten.

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

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Where can I stay near Xanten?

There are 530+ hotels available in Xanten.

Aachen to Xanten - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Aachen to Xanten by train, car, or train (Eurostar)

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Train via Viersen
best
1. Take the train from Aachen West to Moenchengladbach Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from MG Hbf /Europaplatz to Duisburg Rheinhausen Bftrain
3. Take the train from Duisburg Rheinhausen Bf to Xanten Bahnhoftrain
2h 42m
Drive 130 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Aachen to Xantencar 130 km
1h 15m
€19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Duisburg Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Xanten Bahnhoftrain Rb31
3h 9m

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Distance: 133.3 km
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Xanten, Germany?

You can take a train from Aachen West to Xanten Bahnhof via MG Hbf /Europaplatz and Duisburg Rheinhausen Bf in around 2h 42m.

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