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

The cheapest way to get from Köln Hbf to Aachen Cathedral is to rideshare which costs €1 - €7 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Köln Hbf to Aachen Cathedral is to train which takes 46 min and costs €11 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Köln Hbf and Aachen Cathedral?

No, there is no direct bus from Köln Hbf to Aachen Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Aachen - 58, Peterstraße via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Köln Hbf and Aachen Cathedral?

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 Cathedral?

The distance between Köln Hbf and Aachen Cathedral is 71 km. The road distance is 70.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Köln Hbf to Aachen Cathedral without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs €11 - €55.

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

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 Cathedral bus from?

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

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

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

Train or bus from Köln Hbf to Aachen Cathedral?

The best way to get from Köln Hbf to Aachen Cathedral is to train which takes 46 min and costs €11 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 51m.

Where does the Köln Hbf to Aachen Cathedral bus arrive?

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

Where does the Köln Hbf to Aachen Cathedral train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Köln Hbf to Aachen Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Köln Hbf to Aachen Cathedral is 71 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Köln Hbf to Aachen Cathedral.

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

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Where can I stay near Aachen Cathedral?

There are 1213+ hotels available in Aachen Cathedral.

Can I share a ride from Köln Hbf to Aachen Cathedral?

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Aachen, Hbftrain 79 / ...
46 min
€11–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Aachenrideshare 68.8 km
1h 18m
€1–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus Mykolayiv
1h 51m
Drive 70.7 km
1. Drive from Köln Hbf to Aachen Cathedralcar 70.7 km
46 min
€10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Köln Hbf to Aachen Cathedraltaxi 70.7 km
46 min
€160–200
Train via Koeln-Muelheim
1. Take the train from Koeln-Muelheim to Aachen Hbftrain Re
1h 42m

Köln Hbf to Aachen Cathedral by train and foot

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Distance: 70.6 km
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Köln Hbf, Germany and Aachen Cathedral, 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, OrionBus operates a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Aachen - 58, Peterstraße once daily, and the journey takes 39 min.

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