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

The cheapest way to get from Rethel to Aachen is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rethel to Aachen is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Rethel and Aachen?

No, there is no direct train from Rethel to Aachen. However, there are services departing from Rethel and arriving at Aachen, Hbf via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Rethel to Aachen?

The distance between Rethel and Aachen is 640 km. The road distance is 221.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Rethel to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs €90 - €260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Rethel to Aachen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rethel to Aachen train from?

Rethel to Aachen train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Rethel station.

Where does the Rethel to Aachen train arrive?

Rethel to Aachen train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Est station.

Can I drive from Rethel to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Rethel to Aachen is 222 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Rethel to Aachen.

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

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Where can I stay near Aachen?

There are 1140+ hotels available in Aachen.

Rethel to Aachen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Rethel to Aachen by train (TGV, Eurostar), 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 Rethel to Paris EstTgv
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Aachen, HbfTha
5h 15m
€92–259
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rethel to Champagne-ArdenneTer
2. Take the bus from Reims - Champagne Ardenne TGV to Liège Guillemins180
3. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen HbfIce / ...
8h 8m
€29–142
Drive 221.9 km
1. Drive from Rethel to Aachen221.9 km
3h 16m
€35–50

Rethel to Aachen by train and foot

15Weekly Services

5h 15mAverage Duration

€92Cheapest Price

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Distance: 640 km
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Rethel, France and Aachen, Germany?

You can take a train from Rethel to Aachen, Hbf via Paris Est and Paris Nord in around 5h 15m.

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