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

The cheapest way to get from Darmstadt to Aachen is to rideshare which costs €12 - €20 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darmstadt to Aachen is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Darmstadt and Aachen?

No, there is no direct bus from Darmstadt station to Aachen station. However, there are services departing from Darmstadt central train station and arriving at Aachen station west via Cologne Airport CGN. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Darmstadt and Aachen?

No, there is no direct train from Darmstadt to Aachen. However, there are services departing from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Aachen, Hbf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Darmstadt to Aachen?

The distance between Darmstadt and Aachen is 276 km. The road distance is 267.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Darmstadt to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs €45 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Darmstadt to Aachen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darmstadt to Aachen bus from?

Darmstadt to Aachen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Darmstadt central train station.

Where do I catch the Darmstadt to Aachen train from?

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

Train or bus from Darmstadt to Aachen?

The best way to get from Darmstadt to Aachen is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs €45 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Darmstadt to Aachen bus arrive?

Darmstadt to Aachen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Darmstadt to Aachen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Darmstadt to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Darmstadt to Aachen is 267 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Darmstadt to Aachen.

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

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

Book your Darmstadt to Aachen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Aachen?

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Can I share a ride from Darmstadt to Aachen?

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Darmstadt to Aachen by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Aachen, Hbftrain 79
2h 58m
€45–166
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Darmstadt to Aachenrideshare 267.7 km
2h 55m
€12–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Darmstadt central train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus FlixBus 027 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Aachen station westbus N884 / ...
4h 45m
€21–35
Drive 267.1 km
1. Drive from Darmstadt to Aachencar 267.1 km
2h 22m
€39–56
Fly, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Aachen Westtrain
4h 26m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Darmstadt Luisenplatz to Frankfurtbus Air
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Aachen, Hbftrain 79
3h 7m
Train via Frankfurt Konstablerwache Station
1. Take the train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt Konstablerwachetrain S6
2. Take the train from Frankfurt Main to Aachen Hbftrain Trn
3h 20m
€51–94

Darmstadt to Aachen by train

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Distance: 276.4 km
Duration: 2h 58m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Aachen, Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–150 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Darmstadt central train station to Aachen station west via Cologne Airport CGN in around 4h 45m.

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