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

The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Aachen is to bus which costs €22 - €40 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bruges to Aachen is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €45 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Bruges and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bruges and arriving at Aachen station west station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Bruges and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brugge and arriving at Aachen, Hbf. Services depart six times a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Bruges to Aachen?

The distance between Bruges and Aachen is 243 km. The road distance is 229.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bruges to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €45 - €190.

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

The train from Brugge to Aachen, Hbf takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Aachen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bruges to Aachen train from?

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

Train or bus from Bruges to Aachen?

The best way to get from Bruges to Aachen is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €45 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €40 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Bruges to Aachen bus arrive?

Bruges to Aachen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Aachen station west.

Where does the Bruges to Aachen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bruges to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruges to Aachen is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Bruges to Aachen.

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

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

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Bruges to Aachen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bruges to Aachen by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brugge to Aachen, Hbftrain 79 / ...
2h 20m
€45–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Aachen station westbus N84
5h 20m
€22–40
Drive 229.1 km
1. Drive from Bruges to Aachencar 229.1 km
2h 30m
€36–52
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Bruges to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Aachen Hbftrain Ice
2h 47m
€42–192

Bruges to Aachen by train

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Distance: 243.2 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brugge to Aachen, Hbf 6 times a week. Tickets cost €45–190 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bruges to Aachen station west twice daily. Tickets cost €22–40 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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