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

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Merksem is to bus via Antwerp Berchem Bus Stop which costs €14 - €18 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Merksem is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen and Merksem?

No, there is no direct bus from Aachen station to Merksem. However, there are services departing from Aachen station west and arriving at Merksem Oudebareel via Antwerpen P+R Luchtbal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Merksem?

No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Merksem. However, there are services departing from Aachen, Hbf and arriving at Anvers-Luchtbal via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Aachen to Merksem?

The distance between Aachen and Merksem is 194 km. The road distance is 140 km.

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

The best way to get from Aachen to Merksem without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €30 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Aachen to Merksem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Merksem bus from?

Aachen to Merksem bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Aachen station west.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Merksem train from?

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

Train or bus from Aachen to Merksem?

The best way to get from Aachen to Merksem is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €30 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €27 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Aachen to Merksem bus arrive?

Aachen to Merksem bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Antwerp station.

Where does the Aachen to Merksem train arrive?

Aachen to Merksem train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Merksem?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Merksem is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Aachen to Merksem.

How do I get a train ticket from Aachen to Merksem?

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Where can I stay near Merksem?

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Aachen to Merksem - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Aachen to Merksem 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
best
1. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Brussels-Nord79
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Anvers-LuchtbalIc
2h 13m
€34–56
Bus via Antwerp Berchem Bus Stop
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aachen Main Train Station to Antwerp Berchem Bus StopUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3643
4h 20m
€14–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aachen station west to AntwerpN1310
3h 53m
€20–26
Drive 140 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Merksem140 km
1h 25m
€22–32
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aachen West to Maastricht
2. Take the bus from Maastricht Station perron D to Hasselt Station perron 1320a
3. Take the train from Hasselt to Anvers-CentralIc / ...
3h 49m
€27–39

Aachen to Merksem by train

57Weekly Trains

2h 13mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.7 km
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Merksem, Belgium?

You can take a train from Aachen, Hbf to Anvers-Luchtbal via Brussels-Nord in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Aachen station west to Antwerp 5 times a week. Tickets cost €16–24 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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