What is the cheapest way to get from Aachen to Garching?

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Garching is to bus via Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) which costs €30 - €75 and takes 9h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen to Garching?

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Garching is to train and fly which takes 4h 6m and costs €85 - €310.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Garching?

No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Garching. However, there are services departing from Aachen Hbf and arriving at Garching via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, Hauptbahnhof and Odeonsplatz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Aachen to Garching?

The distance between Aachen and Garching is 659 km. The road distance is 615 km.

How do I travel from Aachen to Garching without a car?

The best way to get from Aachen to Garching without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 6h 28m and costs €65 - €330.

How long does it take to get from Aachen to Garching?

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Aachen to Garching, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Garching train from?

Aachen to Garching train services, operated by National Express, depart from Aachen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Aachen to Garching?

The best way to get from Aachen to Garching is to train via Cologne which takes 6h 28m and costs €65 - €330. Alternatively, you can bus via Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN), which costs €30 - €75 and takes 9h 36m.

Where does the Aachen to Garching train arrive?

Aachen to Garching train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koeln Messe/Deutz station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Garching?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Garching is 615 km. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Aachen to Garching.

Where can I stay near Garching?

There are 1341+ hotels available in Garching.

Aachen to Garching - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 10 ways to get from Aachen to Garching by train, bus, car, plane, or car train

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 Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Messe/DeutzRe
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to München Hbf41 / ...
6h 28m
€67–324
Bus via Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aachen station west to Cologne Airport CGNN79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Munich FröttmaningN280
9h 36m
€30–72
Drive 615 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Garching615 km
5h 24m
€88–127
Train to Cologne Bonn Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbf
2. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)CGN - MUC
4h 6m
€87–308
Train
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to München OstNj
9h 8m
€61–88
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aachen station west to Munich central bus stationN884 / ...
10h 5m
€40–67
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Aachen to Fulda
2. Take the car train from Fulda to München Ost1393
5h 46m
€141–178
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafen
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)DUS - MUC
4h 40m
€107–318
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Munich International Airport (MUC)FRA - MUC
4h 21m
€126–327
Train to Brussels Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Brussels-Nord
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Munich International Airport (MUC)BRU - MUC
5h 36m
€134–301

Aachen to Garching by train and subway

162Weekly Services

6h 28mAverage Duration

€67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 658.9 km
Duration: 6h 28m

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Garching, Germany?

You can take a train from Aachen Hbf to Garching via Koeln Messe/Deutz, Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, München Hbf, Hauptbahnhof, and Odeonsplatz in around 6h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aachen station west to Garching via Cologne Airport CGN, Munich Fröttmaning, and Fröttmaning in around 9h 36m.

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