What is the cheapest way to get from Geilenkirchen to Vimy?

The cheapest way to get from Geilenkirchen to Vimy is to bus which costs €29 - €75 and takes 9h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geilenkirchen to Vimy?

The fastest way to get from Geilenkirchen to Vimy is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Geilenkirchen and Vimy?

No, there is no direct train from Geilenkirchen to Vimy. However, there are services departing from Geilenkirchen and arriving at Vimy via Aachen, Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, Lille Flandres and Arras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Geilenkirchen to Vimy?

The distance between Geilenkirchen and Vimy is 353 km. The road distance is 278.4 km.

How do I travel from Geilenkirchen to Vimy without a car?

The best way to get from Geilenkirchen to Vimy without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 6h 33m and costs €50 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Geilenkirchen to Vimy?

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Geilenkirchen to Vimy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geilenkirchen to Vimy train from?

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

Train or bus from Geilenkirchen to Vimy?

The best way to get from Geilenkirchen to Vimy is to train via Brussels which takes 6h 33m and costs €50 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €75 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Geilenkirchen to Vimy train arrive?

Geilenkirchen to Vimy train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bruxelles Midi station.

Can I drive from Geilenkirchen to Vimy?

Yes, the driving distance between Geilenkirchen to Vimy is 278 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Geilenkirchen to Vimy.

How do I get a train ticket from Geilenkirchen to Vimy?

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Where can I stay near Vimy?

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Geilenkirchen to Vimy - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Geilenkirchen to Vimy by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, or train

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
best
1. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Bruxelles Midi79
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille EuropeTgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to ArrasTer
6h 33m
€51–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aachen station west to Brussels-North train stationN3204 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to LilleN280 / ...
9h 19m
€29–73
Drive 278.4 km
1. Drive from Geilenkirchen to Vimy278.4 km
3h 15m
€43–63
Train
1. Take the train from Herzogenrath to Liège-GuilleminsS43
2. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to NamurL / ...
3. Take the train from Namur to Lille FlandresIc
8h 20m
€41–82
Train #2
1. Take the train from Herzogenrath to Liège-GuilleminsS43
2. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to NamurL / ...
3. Take the train from Namur to Lille FlandresIc
8h 50m
€41–82

Geilenkirchen to Vimy by train and tram

66Weekly Services

6h 33mAverage Duration

€51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 352.8 km
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Geilenkirchen, Germany and Vimy, France?

You can take a train from Geilenkirchen to Vimy via Aachen, Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, Lille Flandres, Lille Flandres, and Arras in around 6h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Geilenkirchen to VIMY - Mairie via Aachen West, Aachen station west, Brussels-North train station, Lille, LENS - Béhal-Jean Zay - Quai 1, and LENS - Gares - Quai 08 in around 9h 19m.

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