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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Hbf | Aachen Central Train Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Hbf | Aachen Central Train Station | Fastest | ||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Aachen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Hbf | Aachen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Train | Hbf | Aachen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Aachen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Hbf | Aachen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Train | Hbf | Aachen Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Aachen
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 PLN 19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Aachen by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Aachen?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Aachen start at PLN 37. The average price for this train route is around PLN 107. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Aachen?
The average train trip from Cologne to Aachen takes 49m and covers 65 km. The quickest train gets you there in 31m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Aachen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 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 Cologne to Aachen?
The earliest train from Cologne to Aachen departs at 6:01am. The latest train departs at 7:43pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Aachen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Aachen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Aachen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Aachen?
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 Cologne to Aachen was searched and found on Jul 1, 2026 with a price of PLN 61To 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 PLN 61 to PLN 266 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 PLN 61 which is on 2026-07-01.
