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

The cheapest way to get from Zaventem to Aachen is to bus which costs €15 - €22 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zaventem to Aachen is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Zaventem and Aachen?

No, there is no direct bus from Zaventem to Aachen station. However, there are services departing from Zaventem Watertorenlaan and arriving at Aachen station west via Brussels Zaventem Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Zaventem and Aachen?

No, there is no direct train from Zaventem to Aachen. However, there are services departing from Zaventem and arriving at Aachen Hbf via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Zaventem to Aachen?

The distance between Zaventem and Aachen is 156 km. The road distance is 135.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Zaventem to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €26 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Zaventem to Aachen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zaventem to Aachen bus from?

Zaventem to Aachen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels Zaventem Airport station.

Where do I catch the Zaventem to Aachen train from?

Zaventem to Aachen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Zaventem to Aachen?

The best way to get from Zaventem to Aachen is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €26 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €22 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Zaventem to Aachen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Zaventem to Aachen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zaventem to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Zaventem to Aachen is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Zaventem to Aachen.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Aachen Hbftrain Ice / ...
1h 45m
€27–58
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Aachen station westbus N84
4h 7m
€15–22
Drive 135.7 km
1. Drive from Zaventem to Aachencar 135.7 km
1h 25m
€22–32
Train via Bruxelles Midi
1. Take the train from Zaventem to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Aachen, Hbftrain 79
2h 19m
€28–93

Zaventem to Aachen by train

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Distance: 156.2 km
Duration: 1h 45m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Aachen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €27–55 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Aachen station west twice daily. Tickets cost €12–19 and the journey takes 3h.

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