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

The cheapest way to get from Maastricht to Aachen is to bus which costs €2 - €13 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Maastricht to Aachen is to drive which takes 37 min and costs €6 - €9.

Is there a direct bus between Maastricht and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Maastricht, Centre Céramique and arriving at Aachen, Schanz. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Maastricht and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Maastricht and arriving at Aachen West. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Maastricht to Aachen?

The distance between Maastricht and Aachen is 45 km. The road distance is 33.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Maastricht to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs €6 - €24.

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

The train from Maastricht to Aachen West takes 44 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Maastricht to Aachen bus from?

Maastricht to Aachen bus services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Maastricht, Centre Céramique station.

Where do I catch the Maastricht to Aachen train from?

Maastricht to Aachen train services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Maastricht station.

Train or bus from Maastricht to Aachen?

The best way to get from Maastricht to Aachen is to train which takes 44 min and costs €6 - €24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €2 - €13 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Maastricht to Aachen bus arrive?

Maastricht to Aachen bus services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Aachen, Schanz station.

Where does the Maastricht to Aachen train arrive?

Maastricht to Aachen train services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Aachen West station.

Can I drive from Maastricht to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Maastricht to Aachen is 34 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Maastricht to Aachen.

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

Book your Maastricht to Aachen train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Maastricht to Aachen bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Aachen?

There are 1082+ hotels available in Aachen.

Can I share a ride from Maastricht to Aachen?

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

Maastricht to Aachen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Maastricht to Aachen by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Maastricht to Aachen WestSneltrein RE18
44 min
€6–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maastricht, Centre Céramique to Aachen, Schanz350
51 min
€2–13
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Maastricht to Aachen37.8 km
45 min
€4
Drive 33.9 km
1. Drive from Maastricht to Aachen33.9 km
37 min
€7–9

Maastricht to Aachen by train

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Distance: 44.6 km
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Maastricht, Netherlands and Aachen, Germany?

Arriva NL operates a train from Maastricht to Aachen West hourly. Tickets cost €10–12 and the journey takes 44 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Arriva NL operates a bus from Maastricht, Centre Céramique to Aachen, Schanz every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 51 min. Three other operators also service this route.

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