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Compare bus and train for Aachen to Oberstdorf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Oberstdorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $52 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, while a train costs an average of $143.
Distance: 300 miles (483 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$143 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 5m Average total duration Fastest 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 30m Average total duration 13h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Aachen to Oberstdorf
Compare the available ways to get from Aachen to Oberstdorf, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Oberstdorf:
A bus is $91 (€77) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Oberstdorf costing on average $143 (€120).
Other travel options to Oberstdorf take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 30m.
Tickets start at around $143 (€120) compared to roughly $112 (€94) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$31 (-€26). The journey takes 6h 35m versus 5h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Aachen to Oberstdorf by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Aachen to Oberstdorf is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
9:15 PM 18h15 Aachen 3:30 PM Oberstdorf $68 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:15 PM 18h15 Aachen 3:30 PM Oberstdorf $68 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:15 PM 18h15 Aachen 3:30 PM Oberstdorf $68 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Oberstdorf:
A bus is $91 (€77) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Oberstdorf costing on average $143 (€120).
Other travel options to Oberstdorf take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 30m.
- Around 7 trains per day.
- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Aachen and Oberstdorf as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) and arrive in Oberstdorf, Busbahnhof.
- Trains mostly depart from Aachen Hbf and arrive in Oberstdorf station.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Oberstdorf by bus.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Oberstdorf by train.
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