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

The cheapest way to get from Paris to Aachen is to rideshare which costs €28 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paris to Aachen is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €80 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Paris and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arriving at Aachen station west station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Paris and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paris Nord and arriving at Aachen Hbf. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Paris to Aachen?

The distance between Paris and Aachen is 458 km. The road distance is 418 km.

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

The best way to get from Paris to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €80 - €230.

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

The train from Paris Nord to Aachen Hbf takes 2h 39m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Paris to Aachen bus from?

Paris to Aachen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where do I catch the Paris to Aachen train from?

Paris to Aachen train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Paris Nord station.

Train or bus from Paris to Aachen?

The best way to get from Paris to Aachen is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €80 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Paris to Aachen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paris to Aachen train arrive?

Paris to Aachen train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Aachen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Paris to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Aachen is 418 km. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Paris to Aachen.

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

Book your Paris to Aachen train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Aachen?

There are 1202+ hotels available in Aachen.

Can I share a ride from Paris to Aachen?

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

Paris to Aachen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Paris to Aachen by train (Eurostar), bus, rideshare, plane, train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paris Nord to Aachen Hbftrain Thalys
2h 39m
€80–230
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Paris to Aachenrideshare 421.4 km
5h 2m
€28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Aachen station westbus 820
7h 10m
€30–55
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane CDG - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Aachen Westtrain
5h 38m
Drive 418 km
1. Drive from Paris to Aachencar 418 km
4h 14m
€66–95
Fly to Brussels Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane CDG - BRU
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Aachen Hbftrain
5h 24m
€149–416

Paris to Aachen by train

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Distance: 458.1 km
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Paris, France and Aachen, Germany?

Eurostar operates a train from Paris Nord to Aachen Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €130–230 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Aachen station west 3 times a week. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 7h 10m.

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