How to travel from Stuttgart to Aachen

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Stuttgart to Aachen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $36.

Distance: 195 miles (314 km)

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$113

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$43

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$73

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3h 59m

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6h 25m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Aachen is a bus with an average price of $43.

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

A bus is $70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Aachen costing on average $113.

A bus is $421 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Aachen costing on average $464.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Aachen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 29m.

Other travel options to Aachen take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 47m.

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stuttgart and Aachen including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart to Aachen among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Aachen.

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There are 3 options to travel between Stuttgart and Aachen including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Aachen is a bus with an average price of $43.

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

A bus is $70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Aachen costing on average $113.

A bus is $421 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Aachen costing on average $464.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Aachen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 29m.

Other travel options to Aachen take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 47m.

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Aachen is approximately 195 miles (314 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Aachen is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stuttgart to Aachen:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stuttgart Hbf and arrive in Aachen Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe and arrive in Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stuttgart to Aachen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Aachen by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Aachen by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stuttgart to Aachen:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart 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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