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Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Aachen

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $113 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $113, while a flight costs an average of $501.

Distance: 274 miles (441 km)

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Driving

$501

Average price

$352

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$113

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Cheapest

$44

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 22m

Average total duration

3h 22m

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3h 50m

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3h 20m

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30m

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14h 4m

Average total duration

13h 34m

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30m

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6h 45m

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1.3 - 2.6kg

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0.4 - 1.1kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from London to Aachen is a bus with an average price of $113 (€94).

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

A bus is $239 (€199) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Aachen costing on average $352 (€293).

A bus is $388 (€324) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Aachen costing on average $501 (€418).

The fastest way to travel from London to Aachen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 50m.

Other travel options to Aachen take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 22m.

Bus takes on average 14h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Aachen including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from London to Aachen among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 3h 23m sooner (3h 22m by flight vs 6h 45m by car). Tickets start at around $501 (€418) compared to roughly $44 (€36) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from London to Aachen

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

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

  • RyanairFR 2534
    8:25 AM1h05
    London Stansted Airport
    10:30 AMEindhoven Airport
    $261One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 2534
    8:25 AM1h05
    London Stansted Airport
    10:30 AMEindhoven Airport
    $261One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 2534
    8:25 AM1h05
    London Stansted Airport
    10:30 AMEindhoven Airport
    $261One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Eurostar9106 · 9411
    6:16 AM3h17
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    10:33 AMAachen Hbf
    $2291One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9106 · 9423
    6:16 AM5h17
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    12:33 PMAachen Hbf
    $2291One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9114 · 9423
    8:16 AM3h17
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    12:33 PMAachen Hbf
    $2531One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:00 AM16h00
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    1:00 AMAachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    $651One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:30 PM13h55
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    12:25 PMAachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    $741One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:30 PM12h55
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    12:25 PMAachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    $751One-way
    1 transfer
  • RyanairFR 2816
    8:35 AM1h20
    London Stansted Airport
    10:55 AMCologne Bonn Airport
    $271One-way
    0 transfers
  • RyanairFR 2537
    12:05 PM1h05
    London Stansted Airport
    2:10 PMEindhoven Airport
    $331One-way
    0 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 2814
    9:00 PM1h20
    London Stansted Airport
    11:20 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London 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 London to Aachen.

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There are 3 options to travel between London and Aachen including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Aachen is a bus with an average price of $113 (€94).

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

A bus is $239 (€199) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Aachen costing on average $352 (€293).

A bus is $388 (€324) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Aachen costing on average $501 (€418).

The fastest way to travel from London to Aachen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 50m.

Other travel options to Aachen take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 22m.

Bus takes on average 14h 4m.

The distance from London to Aachen is approximately 274 miles (441 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Aachen is:
  • Around 81 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Aachen:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from London St Pancras International (STP) and arrive in Aachen Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Aachen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Indigo Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Smartwings, Air Baltic, Lot Polish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, ITA, Malta Air, British Airways, Ryanair, easyJet to go to Aachen by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Aachen by bus.
  • Travel with Eurostar, SNCB to go to Aachen by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from London to Aachen:
  • 25 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Smartwings, Malta Air, British Airways, Ryanair, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from London to Aachen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brussels, Cologne, 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.

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