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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Aachen to Cologne

Composite routes from Aachen to Cologne

Cheapest
45 min
Car
76 km.
from $4
Other
1 h 23 min
Bus
63 km.
from €14.46
Details

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Aachen station west to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Aachen station west to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36

Tarsin

Phone:
+40 230 562 929
Email:
tarsin_irlanda@yahoo.com
Website:
tarsin.ro/
Bus from Aachen Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$8.91–$11.45

DB Bus

Phone:
+49 30 311682904
Website:
bahn.com/en
Bus from Aachen Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.99–$19.08

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.62–$82.70

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$31.81–$36.90

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.54–$24.17

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.54–$24.17
Bus from Aachen Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 52m
Frequency:
5 times a week

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
info@flixbus.de
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.36–$9.54

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Aachen to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.45–$8.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Cologne is to rideshare which costs $3.80 - $7.61 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Cologne is to train which takes 36 min and costs $5.43 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Aachen and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aachen Hbf and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aachen Hbf and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Aachen to Cologne?

The distance between Aachen and Cologne is 69 km. The road distance is 73.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Aachen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs $5.43 - $70.65 .

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

The train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbf takes 36 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Cologne bus from?

Aachen to Cologne bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aachen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Cologne train from?

Aachen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Aachen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Aachen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Aachen to Cologne is to train which takes 36 min and costs $5.43 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, which costs $14.13 - $41.30 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Aachen to Cologne bus arrive?

Aachen to Cologne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Where does the Aachen to Cologne train arrive?

Aachen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Cologne is 74 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Aachen to Cologne.

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

Book your Aachen to Cologne train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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

Book your Aachen to Cologne bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $45.33 per night.

Can I share a ride from Aachen to Cologne?

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