How to travel from Utrecht to Aachen

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Compare bus and train for Utrecht to Aachen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Utrecht to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr291 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 2m. 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 kr291, while a train costs an average of kr468.

Distance: 100 miles (161 km)

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kr468

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kr291

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kr413

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2h 32m

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4h 27m

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2h 24m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Utrecht to Aachen is a bus with an average price of kr291.

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

A bus is kr177 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utrecht to Aachen costing on average kr468.

The fastest way to travel from Utrecht to Aachen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 2m.

Other travel options to Aachen take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Utrecht and Aachen including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Utrecht 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 kr468 compared to roughly kr413 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr-55.33. The journey takes 2h 32m versus 2h 24m 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 Utrecht to Aachen

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

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bus

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

  • FlixBus
    9:35 AM7h00
    Utrecht
    4:35 PMAachen
    kr3621One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    9:35 AM7h00
    Utrecht
    4:35 PMAachen
    kr3621One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    6:15 AM6h05
    Utrecht
    12:20 PMAachen
    kr4531One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    1:05 PM8h05
    Utrecht
    9:10 PMAachen
    kr3731One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Utrecht 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 Utrecht to Aachen.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Utrecht and Aachen including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Utrecht to Aachen is a bus with an average price of kr291.

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

A bus is kr177 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utrecht to Aachen costing on average kr468.

The fastest way to travel from Utrecht to Aachen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 2m.

Other travel options to Aachen take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 27m.

The distance from Utrecht to Aachen is approximately 100 miles (161 km).
The average frequency per day from Utrecht to Aachen is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Utrecht 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 Utrecht to Aachen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Utrecht Centraal and arrive in Aachen Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A and arrive in Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Utrecht to Aachen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, U-Ov to go to Aachen by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Aachen by train.
Omio customers who travel from Utrecht 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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