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

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Nijlen is to bus which costs €14 - €18 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Nijlen is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen and Nijlen?

No, there is no direct bus from Aachen station to Nijlen station. However, there are services departing from Aachen Main Train Station and arriving at Nijlen Station via Berchem Station perron 3 and Lier Station perron 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Nijlen?

No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Nijlen. However, there are services departing from Aachen, Hbf and arriving at Nijlen via Brussels-Nord and Lierre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Aachen to Nijlen?

The distance between Aachen and Nijlen is 193 km. The road distance is 120.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Aachen to Nijlen without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Aachen to Nijlen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Nijlen bus from?

Aachen to Nijlen bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Aachen Main Train Station.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Nijlen train from?

Aachen to Nijlen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Welkenraedt station.

Train or bus from Aachen to Nijlen?

The best way to get from Aachen to Nijlen is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €18 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Aachen to Nijlen bus arrive?

Aachen to Nijlen bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Antwerp Berchem Bus Stop station.

Where does the Aachen to Nijlen train arrive?

Aachen to Nijlen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Nijlen?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Nijlen is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Aachen to Nijlen.

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

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Where can I stay near Nijlen?

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Aachen to Nijlen - 5 ways to travel via train, line 350 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Aachen to Nijlen 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 LierreIc / ...
2h 42m
€35–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aachen Main Train Station to Antwerp Berchem Bus StopUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3643
5h 12m
€14–17
Line 350 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aachen, Elisenbrunnen to Maastricht, Station350
2. Take the bus from Maastricht Station perron D to Hasselt Station perron 1320a
3. Take the train from Hasselt to LierreIc / ...
4h 28m
€20–29
Drive 120.7 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Nijlen120.7 km
1h 16m
€19–27
Train via Leuven
1. Take the train from Welkenraedt to LouvainIc
2. Take the train from Louvain to LierreL / ...
2h 59m
€24–40

Aachen to Nijlen by train

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2h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193.1 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a train from Aachen, Hbf to Nijlen via Brussels-Nord and Lierre in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Aachen Main Train Station to Antwerp Berchem Bus Stop once a week. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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