How to travel from Vienna to Aachen

There are 3 options to travel between Vienna and Aachen including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Aachen is a bus with an average price of $78.

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

A bus is $46 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Aachen costing on average $124.

A bus is $92 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Aachen costing on average $170.

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Aachen is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 37m.

Other travel options to Aachen take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 11m.

Bus takes on average 14h 44m.

The distance from Vienna to Aachen is approximately 493 miles (795 km).

The average frequency per day from Vienna to Aachen is:

• Around 51 flights per day.
• Around 17 trains per day.
• Around 9 buses per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Vienna Hbf and arrive in Aachen Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße.

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

• Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Aachen by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCB to go to Aachen by train.
• Travel with Eurowings, Ryanair, Malta Air, Austrian Airlines, Smartwings, Buzz, Tuifly to go to Aachen by flight.

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

• 0 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
• 0 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Nightjet, SNCB.
• 14 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Ryanair, Malta Air, Austrian Airlines, Smartwings, Buzz.

Omio customers who travel from Vienna 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.