What is the cheapest way to get from Köln Hbf to Aachen?

The cheapest way to get from Köln Hbf to Aachen is to rideshare which costs €1 - €7 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Köln Hbf to Aachen?

The fastest way to get from Köln Hbf to Aachen is to train which takes 32 min and costs €11 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Köln Hbf and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf and arriving at Aachen, Hbf. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Köln Hbf and Aachen?

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 32 min.

How far is it from Köln Hbf to Aachen?

The distance between Köln Hbf and Aachen is 69 km. The road distance is 69.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Köln Hbf to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs €11 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Köln Hbf to Aachen?

The train from Cologne Hbf to Aachen, Hbf takes 32 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Köln Hbf to Aachen bus from?

Köln Hbf to Aachen bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Köln Hbf to Aachen train from?

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

Train or bus from Köln Hbf to Aachen?

The best way to get from Köln Hbf to Aachen is to train which takes 32 min and costs €11 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €9 - €12 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Köln Hbf to Aachen bus arrive?

Köln Hbf to Aachen bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Aachen, Hbf station.

Where does the Köln Hbf to Aachen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Köln Hbf to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Köln Hbf to Aachen is 69 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Köln Hbf to Aachen.

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

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Where can I stay near Aachen?

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Can I share a ride from Köln Hbf to Aachen?

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

Köln Hbf to Aachen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and rideshare

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There are 6 ways to get from Köln Hbf to Aachen by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Aachen, Hbftrain 79 / ...
32 min
€11–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Aachenrideshare 68.8 km
1h 16m
€1–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf to Aachen, Hbfbus Re9x / ...
1h 20m
€9–12
Drive 69.1 km
1. Drive from Köln Hbf to Aachencar 69.1 km
44 min
€10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Köln Hbf to Aachentaxi 69.1 km
44 min
€160–200
Train via Koeln-Muelheim
1. Take the train from Koeln-Muelheim to Aachen Hbftrain Re
1h 28m

Köln Hbf to Aachen by train

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Distance: 69.4 km
Duration: 32 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Aachen, Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €12–55 and the journey takes 32 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf to Aachen, Hbf 6 times a week. Tickets cost €9–12 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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