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

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Aachen is to bus which costs €18 - €30 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ghent to Aachen is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs €35 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Ghent and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ghent Dampoort and arriving at Aachen station west station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Ghent and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gent St Pieters and arriving at Aachen, Hbf. Services depart six times a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Ghent to Aachen?

The distance between Ghent and Aachen is 203 km. The road distance is 198.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ghent to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs €35 - €160.

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

The train from Gent St Pieters to Aachen, Hbf takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Aachen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ghent to Aachen train from?

Ghent to Aachen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Gent St Pieters station.

Train or bus from Ghent to Aachen?

The best way to get from Ghent to Aachen is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs €35 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €30 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Ghent to Aachen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ghent to Aachen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ghent to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghent to Aachen is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Ghent to Aachen.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Aachen?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gent St Pieters to Aachen, Hbftrain 79 / ...
1h 50m
€35–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Aachen station westbus N84
4h 30m
€18–30
Drive 198.3 km
1. Drive from Ghent to Aachencar 198.3 km
2h 5m
€31–45
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Aachen Hbftrain Ice
2h 23m
€36–160

Ghent to Aachen by train

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Distance: 203.1 km
Duration: 1h 50m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gent St Pieters to Aachen, Hbf 6 times a week. Tickets cost €35–160 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ghent Dampoort to Aachen station west twice daily. Tickets cost €18–30 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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