How much is the train ticket from Aachen to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Aachen to Cologne start from R 383. The average price for this train route is around R 467. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Aachen to Cologne?

The average train journey time from Aachen to Cologne is 37m, covering a distance of 64 km. The quickest train can get you there in 37m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Aachen to Cologne route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , 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 19:48.

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 9 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Aachen to Cologne?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator offers 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 3.4 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.

Train Aachen to Cologne from R 359 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Aachen to Cologne on 4 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	07:38	Aachen Central Train Station	38m	08:16	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	13:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	14:15	Hbf	Fastest
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	Train	07:38	Aachen Central Train Station	55m	08:33	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	07:38	Aachen Central Train Station	38m	08:16	Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	Train	07:38	Aachen Central Train Station	55m	08:33	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Aachen to Cologne on 5 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	20:15	Hbf	Cheapest
Train	13:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	14:15	Hbf	Fastest
Train	13:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	14:15	Hbf	No tags
Train	13:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	14:15	Hbf	No tags
Train	19:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	20:15	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Aachen to Cologne on 6 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:38	Aachen Central Train Station	38m	08:16	Hbf	Cheapest
Train	13:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	14:15	Hbf	Fastest
Train	07:38	Aachen Central Train Station	38m	08:16	Hbf	No tags
Train	07:38	Aachen Central Train Station	38m	08:16	Hbf	No tags
Train	07:38	Aachen Central Train Station	38m	08:16	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Aachen to Cologne on 7 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	07:38	Aachen Central Train Station	38m	08:16	Hbf	CheapestFastest
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	Train	07:38	Aachen Central Train Station	55m	08:33	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	07:38	Aachen Central Train Station	38m	08:16	Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	Train	07:38	Aachen Central Train Station	55m	08:33	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	07:38	Aachen Central Train Station	38m	08:16	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Aachen to Cologne on 8 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	20:15	Hbf	Cheapest
Train	13:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	14:15	Hbf	Fastest
Train	13:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	14:15	Hbf	No tags
Train	13:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	14:15	Hbf	No tags
Train	19:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	20:15	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Aachen to Cologne on 9 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	20:15	Hbf	Cheapest
Train	13:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	14:15	Hbf	Fastest
Train	13:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	14:15	Hbf	No tags
Train	13:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	14:15	Hbf	No tags
Train	13:38	Aachen Central Train Station	37m	14:15	Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Aachen to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 37 minutes and with fares starting at just R 383, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

37mAverage duration

64 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 80 - R 712	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 383 - R 1 318	Average duration37m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi3.4

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

FlixTrain

3.4/530 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi2.1

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Aachen to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Aachen to Cologne start from R 383. The average price for this train route is around R 467. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Aachen to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Aachen to Cologne is 37m, covering a distance of 64 km. The quickest train can get you there in 37m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Aachen to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, 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 19:48.
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 9 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Aachen to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers 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 3.4 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.

Best price found

02/06

R 441

03/06

R 501

Today

R 359

05/06

R 399

06/06

R 359

07/06

R 440

08/06

R 360

09/06

R 360

The cheapest trip from Aachen to Cologne was searched and found on 04 Jun 2026 with a price of R 359

To 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 R 359 to R 1 122 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 R 359, which is on 2026-06-06.