How to travel from Cologne to Aachen

There are 2 options to travel between Cologne and Aachen including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Aachen is a bus with an average price of $8.

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

A bus is $29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Aachen costing on average $37.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Aachen is by train with an average journey time of 37m.

Other travel options to Aachen take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 5m.

The distance from Cologne to Aachen is approximately 39 miles (63 km).

The average frequency per day from Cologne to Aachen is:

• Around 11 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cologne to Aachen:

• Trains mostly depart from Cologne Hbf and arrive in Aachen Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) and arrive in Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cologne to Aachen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Aachen by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, DB Bus to go to Aachen by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Cologne to Aachen with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
• 11 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, DB Bus.

Omio customers who travel from Cologne to Aachen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brussels, Berlin, Maastricht, Amsterdam. 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.