Trains from Cologne to Aachen

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TomorrowApr 29
from $6
TueApr 30
WedMay 1
ThuMay 2
FriMay 3
from $4
SatMay 4
from $4
SunMay 5
MonMay 6

Trains leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Aachen
    Destination location: Bahnhofpl
    Operated by: FlixTrainFlixTrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $6
Train Cologne to Aachen: Trip Overview

Train Cologne to Aachen: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$4
Average train trip duration35m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure1:49 PM
Distance40 miles (64 km)
Latest train departure2:01 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change.

Cologne to Aachen Trains

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cologne - Aachen

The average train ticket price from Cologne to Aachen is $4. The best way to find train tickets from Cologne to Aachen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between Cologne and Aachen is around 35m, although the fastest train will take about 32m. This is the time it takes to travel the 40 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Cologne to Aachen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Aachen by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Once in Aachen, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Couven-Museum, Suermondt-Ludwig Museum, Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst, Centre Charlemagne, Aachen Theatre.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/26
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04/27
$4
Today
$4
04/29
$4
04/30
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05/01
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05/03
$4
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Aachen was searched and found on Apr 28, 2024 with a price of $4

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Aachen, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $4 to $4 for a train ticket from Cologne to Aachen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $4 which is on 2024-04-29.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Cologne and Aachen is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Aachen.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Aachen, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Cologne and Aachen, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Cologne to Aachen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Aachen?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time1h 10mAvg Price$9Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time35mAvg Price$4Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Cologne and Aachen is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $4 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $2. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Aachen, choose the train, as it will take you from Cologne to Aachen in about 35m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Aachen to Cologne

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