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

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Vilvoorde is to bus which costs €13 - €28 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Vilvoorde is to train via Brussels-North which takes 1h 21m and costs €30 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Vilvoorde?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aachen Hbf and arriving at Vilvorde. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Aachen to Vilvoorde?

The distance between Aachen and Vilvoorde is 156 km. The road distance is 139.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Aachen to Vilvoorde without a car is to train via Brussels-North which takes 1h 21m and costs €30 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Aachen to Vilvoorde, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Vilvoorde train from?

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

Train or bus from Aachen to Vilvoorde?

The best way to get from Aachen to Vilvoorde is to train via Brussels-North which takes 1h 21m and costs €30 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €28 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Aachen to Vilvoorde train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aachen to Vilvoorde?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Vilvoorde is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Aachen to Vilvoorde.

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

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Where can I stay near Vilvoorde?

There are 1911+ hotels available in Vilvoorde.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Aachen to Vilvoorde 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 via Brussels-North
best
1. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Brussels-Nord79
1h 21m
€31–51
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aachen station west to Brussels-North train stationN3204 / ...
2h 45m
€13–28
Drive 139.1 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Vilvoorde139.1 km
1h 33m
€22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Vilvorde13403
3h 6m
€19–27
Train via Liège
1. Take the train from Aachen West to Liège-GuilleminsS43
2. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Brussels Airport-ZaventemIc / ...
4h 4m
€30–41

Aachen to Vilvoorde by train

69Weekly Trains

1h 21mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.1 km
Duration: 1h 21m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Aachen, Hbf to Brussels-Nord every 3 hours. Tickets cost €28–50 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Aachen station west to Brussels-North train station 5 times a day. Tickets cost €10–23 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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