What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Aachen, Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Aachen, Hbf is to rideshare which costs €1 - €7 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Aachen, Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Aachen, Hbf is to train which takes 33 min and costs €12 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Aachen, Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Aachen - 58, Peterstraße. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Aachen, Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Aachen, Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Cologne to Aachen, Hbf?

The distance between Cologne and Aachen, Hbf is 69 km. The road distance is 68.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Aachen, Hbf without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs €12 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Aachen, Hbf?

The train from Cologne Hbf to Aachen, Hbf takes 33 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Aachen, Hbf bus from?

Cologne to Aachen, Hbf bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Aachen, Hbf train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Aachen, Hbf?

The best way to get from Cologne to Aachen, Hbf is to train which takes 33 min and costs €12 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 54 min.

Where does the Cologne to Aachen, Hbf bus arrive?

Cologne to Aachen, Hbf bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Where does the Cologne to Aachen, Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Aachen, Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Aachen, Hbf is 69 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Cologne to Aachen, Hbf.

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

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Where can I stay near Aachen, Hbf?

There are 1202+ hotels available in Aachen, Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Aachen, Hbf?

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

Cologne to Aachen, Hbf - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Cologne to Aachen, Hbf by train (Eurostar), bus, car, taxi, tram, train, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Aachen, Hbftrain 79
33 min
€12–50
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Aachenrideshare 68.8 km
1h 22m
€1–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus Mykolayiv
54 min
Drive 68.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Aachen, Hbfcar 68.8 km
43 min
€10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cologne to Aachen, Hbftaxi 68.8 km
43 min
€200–240
Line 18 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Köln Neumarkt to Köln Mülheim Bf Mülheimtram 18
2. Take the train from Koeln-Muelheim to Aachen Hbftrain Re
1h 30m
Bus via Köln Hansaring
1. Take the bus from Köln Hansaring to Aachen, Hbfbus S19
2h 53m
€11–14

Cologne to Aachen, Hbf by train

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Distance: 69.4 km
Duration: 33 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Aachen, Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €12–50 and the journey takes 33 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Aachen - 58, Peterstraße once daily, and the journey takes 39 min.

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