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

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Aachen is to rideshare which costs €32 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Berlin to Aachen is to fly and train which takes 4h 8m and costs €80 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Aachen station west station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin and Aachen?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Berlin Hbf and arriving at Aachen Hbf. This train operates Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 12h 41m.

How far is it from Berlin to Aachen?

The distance between Berlin and Aachen is 617 km. The road distance is 634.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Berlin to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs €70 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Berlin to Aachen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Aachen bus from?

Berlin to Aachen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Aachen train from?

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

Train or bus from Berlin to Aachen?

The best way to get from Berlin to Aachen is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs €70 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €70 and takes 10h 55m.

Where does the Berlin to Aachen bus arrive?

Berlin to Aachen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Aachen station west.

Where does the Berlin to Aachen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Berlin to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Aachen is 635 km. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Berlin to Aachen.

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

Book your Berlin to Aachen train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Berlin to Aachen?

Book your Berlin to Aachen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Aachen?

There are 1138+ hotels available in Aachen.

Can I share a ride from Berlin to Aachen?

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

Berlin to Aachen - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Berlin to Aachen by train, bus, night train, car, train (Eurostar), rideshare, or plane

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 Berlin Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf19 / ...
2. Take the train from Wuppertal Hbf to Aachen WestRe
5h 46m
€70–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Aachen station westN3204
10h 55m
€28–70
Night train
1. Take the night train from Berlin Hbf to Aachen HbfNj
12h 41m
€65–270
Drive 634.8 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Aachen634.8 km
5h 16m
€89–129
Train via Dortmund
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Dortmund Hbf10 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Aachen HbfRe
6h 4m
€60–206
Train #2
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Aachen, Hbf14 / ...
6h 5m
€55–150
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Magdeburg HbfRe
2. Take the bus from Magdeburg ZOB to AACHEN, Wilmersdorfer Strasse
13h 56m
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Aachen632.9 km
7h 31m
€32
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)BER - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Aachen West
4h 39m
€95–265
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)BER - CGN
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Aachen Hbf
4h 8m
€80–295
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)BER - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Aachen, Hbf
5h 6m
€103–318
Fly to Brussels Airport, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Brussels Airport (BRU)BER - BRU
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Aachen Hbf
6h 11m
€95–313

Berlin to Aachen by train

108Weekly Trains

5h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 616.9 km
Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a train from Berlin Hbf to Aachen West via Wuppertal Hbf in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Aachen station west once daily. Tickets cost €28–70 and the journey takes 10h 55m. Chisinau Bus Station also services this route twice a week.

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