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

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Merkstein is to drive which costs €2 - €4 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Merkstein is to train which takes 14 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen and Merkstein?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aachen, Driescher Gässchen and arriving at Herzogenrath, Merkstein Sommerweg. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Merkstein?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aachen West and arriving at Herzogenrath, Merkstein Alt-Merkstein Bf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Aachen to Merkstein?

The distance between Aachen and Merkstein is 13 km. The road distance is 14.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Aachen to Merkstein without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs €6 - €10.

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

The train from Aachen West to Herzogenrath, Merkstein Alt-Merkstein Bf takes 14 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Merkstein bus from?

Aachen to Merkstein bus services, operated by ASEAG, depart from Aachen, Driescher Gässchen station.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Merkstein train from?

Aachen to Merkstein train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Aachen West station.

Train or bus from Aachen to Merkstein?

The best way to get from Aachen to Merkstein is to train which takes 14 min and costs €6 - €10. Alternatively, you can line 47 bus, which costs €3 - €5 and takes 42 min.

Where does the Aachen to Merkstein bus arrive?

Aachen to Merkstein bus services, operated by ASEAG, arrive at Herzogenrath, Merkstein Sommerweg station.

Where does the Aachen to Merkstein train arrive?

Aachen to Merkstein train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Herzogenrath, Merkstein Alt-Merkstein Bf station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Merkstein?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Merkstein is 15 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Aachen to Merkstein.

Where can I stay near Merkstein?

There are 1132+ hotels available in Merkstein.

Aachen to Merkstein - 4 ways to travel via train, line 47 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aachen to Merkstein by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aachen West to Herzogenrath, Merkstein Alt-Merkstein BfRb20
14 min
€6–10
Line 47 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aachen, Driescher Gässchen to Herzogenrath, Merkstein SommerwegX47 / ...
42 min
€3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aachen to Merkstein14.9 km
18 min
€35–45
Drive 14.9 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Merkstein14.9 km
18 min
€3–4

Aachen to Merkstein by train

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Distance: 13.1 km
Duration: 14 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Aachen West to Herzogenrath, Merkstein Alt-Merkstein Bf hourly. Tickets cost €6–10 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, ASEAG operates a bus from Aachen, Driescher Gässchen to Herzogenrath, Merkstein Sommerweg every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €3–5 and the journey takes 42 min.

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