What is the cheapest way to get from Aachen to Köln Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Köln Hbf is to rideshare which costs €3 - €7 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen to Köln Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 37 min and costs €4 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen and Köln Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aachen, Hbf and arriving at Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Köln Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aachen Hbf and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Aachen to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Aachen and Köln Hbf is 69 km. The road distance is 69.7 km.

How do I travel from Aachen to Köln Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Aachen to Köln Hbf without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs €4 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Aachen to Köln Hbf?

The train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbf takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Köln Hbf bus from?

Aachen to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Aachen, Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Köln Hbf train from?

Aachen to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Aachen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Aachen to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Aachen to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 37 min and costs €4 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, which costs €7 - €30 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Aachen to Köln Hbf bus arrive?

Aachen to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf station.

Where does the Aachen to Köln Hbf train arrive?

Aachen to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Köln Hbf is 70 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Aachen to Köln Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Aachen to Köln Hbf?

Book your Aachen to Köln Hbf train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

There are 1745+ hotels available in Köln Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Aachen to Köln Hbf?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Aachen and Köln Hbf. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Aachen to Köln Hbf - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Aachen to Köln Hbf by train (Eurostar), bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln HbfIce / ...
37 min
€4–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Aachen to Cologne69.3 km
1h 16m
€3–7
Bus via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf
1. Take the bus from Aachen station west to Cologne Airport CGNN79 / ...
1h 19m
€7–30
Drive 69.7 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Köln Hbf69.7 km
42 min
€10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aachen to Köln Hbf69.7 km
42 min
€160–200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aachen, Hbf to Köln Breslauer Platz/HbfRe9x / ...
3h
€11–15

Aachen to Köln Hbf by train

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Distance: 69.4 km
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Köln Hbf, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 37 min. Five other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Aachen station west to Cologne Airport CGN every 3 hours. Tickets cost €9–13 and the journey takes 1h. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route once daily.

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