How to travel from Düsseldorf to Aachen

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

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

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

A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Aachen costing on average €38.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Aachen is by train with an average journey time of 1h 42m.

Other travel options to Aachen take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 18m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Aachen is approximately 42 miles (69 km).

The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Aachen is:

• Around 7 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Aachen:

• Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Aachen Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße.

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

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

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

• 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
• 5 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar.

Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf 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.