What is the cheapest way to get from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel?

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel is to drive which costs €20 - €30 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel?

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen and Castrop-Rauxel?

No, there is no direct bus from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel. However, there are services departing from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße and arriving at Castrop Betriebshof via Dortmund, Dortmunder U and Dortmund Marten Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Castrop-Rauxel?

No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel. However, there are services departing from Aachen West and arriving at Castrop-Rauxel Hbf via Düsseldorf Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel?

The distance between Aachen and Castrop-Rauxel is 152 km. The road distance is 139.8 km.

How do I travel from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel without a car?

The best way to get from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel without a car is to train via Düsseldorf which takes 2h 36m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel bus from?

Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel train from?

Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel train services, operated by National Express, depart from Aachen West station.

Train or bus from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel?

The best way to get from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel is to train via Düsseldorf which takes 2h 36m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus and line 480 bus, which costs and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel bus arrive?

Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Dortmund station.

Where does the Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel train arrive?

Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Duesseldorf Hbf station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel.

How do I get a train ticket from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel?

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Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 480 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Düsseldorf
best
1. Take the train from Aachen West to Duesseldorf Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Castrop-Rauxel Hbftrain Re3
2h 36m
Drive 139.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxelcar 139.8 km
1h 29m
€21–30
Bus, line 480 bus
1. Take the bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Dortmundbus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Dortmund Marten Bf to Castrop Betriebshofbus 480
2h 57m
Train
1. Take the train from Aachen West to Essen Hbftrain Rb33
3h 2m
€29–44
Train, line 353 bus
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Bochum Hbftrain Re
2. Take the bus from Bochum Hbf/Boulevard to Castrop-Rauxel Münsterplatzbus 353
3h 18m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Aachen to Castrop-Rauxel.

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Distance: 152.2 km
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Castrop-Rauxel, Germany?

You can take a train from Aachen West to Castrop-Rauxel Hbf via Düsseldorf Hbf in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Castrop Betriebshof via Dortmund, Dortmund, Dortmunder U, and Dortmund Marten Bf in around 2h 57m.

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