How to travel from Antwerp to Aachen

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Compare bus and train for Antwerp to Aachen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, while a train costs an average of $46.

Distance: 78 miles (127 km)

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Driving

$46

Average price

$21

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Cheapest

$29

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 46m

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Fastest

2h 16m

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30m

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3h 3m

Average total duration

2h 33m

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1h 57m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Aachen is a bus with an average price of $21.

This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Aachen:

A bus is $25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Aachen costing on average $46.

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Aachen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 46m.

Other travel options to Aachen take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Antwerp and Aachen including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Antwerp to Aachen among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $46 compared to roughly $29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-16.59. The journey takes 2h 16m versus 1h 57m 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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from Antwerp to Aachen

How to get from Antwerp to Aachen by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Antwerp to Aachen is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:05 AM3h20
    Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem)
    12:25 PMAachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    $181One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:05 AM3h20
    Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem)
    12:25 PMAachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    $181One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 311
    11:01 AM1h42
    Antwerp-Central
    12:43 PMAachen Hbf
    $371One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 3133 · IC 511 · R 5014
    12:07 PM3h15
    Antwerp-Central
    3:22 PMAachen Hbf
    $361One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEC 9272 · IC 522 · R 5005
    11:19 PM7h03
    Antwerp-Central
    6:22 AMAachen Hbf
    $361One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 313
    7:01 PM1h42
    Antwerp-Central
    8:43 PMAachen Hbf
    $371One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:40 AM2h50
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    12:30 PMAachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:20 AM3h45
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    3:05 PMAachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:10 AM3h50
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    9:00 AMAachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Antwerp to Aachen

Travel to Aachen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Antwerp to Aachen.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Antwerp and Aachen including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Aachen is a bus with an average price of $21.

This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Aachen:

A bus is $25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Aachen costing on average $46.

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Aachen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 46m.

Other travel options to Aachen take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 3m.

The distance from Antwerp to Aachen is approximately 78 miles (127 km).
The average frequency per day from Antwerp to Aachen is:
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Antwerp and Aachen as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Antwerp to Aachen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Antwerp-Central and arrive in Aachen Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) and arrive in Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Antwerp to Aachen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni International to go to Aachen by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Intercity, Regional-Express, Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB to go to Aachen by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Antwerp to Aachen:
  • 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Antwerp to Aachen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brussels, Cologne, Berlin, Maastricht. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Aachen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Aachen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Aachen, you can relax at the Carolus Thermen spa, explore vibrant local markets, stroll through Lousberg Park, attend events at the Eurogress Aachen, and visit the historic Ponttor. Don't miss the Aachen Cathedral, Aachen Rathaus, Elisenbrunnen, Centre Charlemagne, and Couven Museum for a glimpse into the city's rich history and culture.
To explore Aachen's key attractions, such as the Aachen Cathedral, Carolus Thermen spa, and the historic old town, 1 to 2 days are typically sufficient.

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