Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Aachen Central Train Station | Hbf | CheapestFastest | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Train | Aachen Central Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | ||||
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| Aachen Central Train Station | Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Train | Aachen Central Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | ||||
| Train
| Aachen Central Train Station | Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Train | Aachen Central Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | ||||
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| Aachen Central Train Station | Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Train | Aachen Central Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Aachen to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 38 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aachen to Cologne by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Aachen to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Aachen to Cologne start from PLN 38. The average price for this train route is around PLN 101. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Aachen to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Aachen to Cologne is 38m, covering a distance of 40 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 36m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Aachen to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Aachen to Cologne?
The earliest train from Aachen to Cologne departs at 07:38. And the latest train departs at 19:38.
Which is the best train operator from Aachen to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Aachen to Cologne?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Aachen to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Aachen to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Aachen to Cologne was searched and found on 1 Oct 2026 with a price of PLN 33To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Aachen to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PLN 33 to PLN 249 for a train ticket from Aachen to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 33, which is on 2026-10-01.
