Bus from Cologne to Aachen: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cologne to Aachen on August 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Aachen HenricistraßeCheapest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Aachen HenricistraßeFastest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Aachen HenricistraßeNo tags
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Aachen HenricistraßeNo tags
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Aachen HenricistraßeNo tags
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Aachen HenricistraßeNo tags
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Aachen HenricistraßeNo tags
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Aachen HenricistraßeNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:34 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Aachen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Aachen. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just CHF 5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
1h 10mAverage Duration
74 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceCHF 5 - CHF 17Average Duration1h 10m
2kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceCHF 8 - CHF 56Average Duration45m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Aachen by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Aachen?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Aachen start from CHF 5. The average price for this route is around CHF 10. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Aachen?

    The average bus travel time from Cologne to Aachen is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 74 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Aachen route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Aachen?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Aachen at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Aachen?

    A bus trip from Cologne to Aachen generates an estimated 1.846975 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Cologne to Aachen?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 12691 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Aachen?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Aachen?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Aachen?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-25
CHF 6
08-26
CHF 6
Today
CHF 5
08-28
CHF 6
08-29
CHF 6
08-30
CHF 7
08-31
CHF 3
09-01
CHF 3
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Aachen was searched and found on Aug 31, 2026 with a price of CHF 3

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

You can expect to pay from CHF 3 to CHF 19 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Aachen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 3 which is on 2026-08-31.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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