The cheapest and fastest buses from Aachen to Cologne
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
34 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Aachen to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen to Cologne will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 14 buses that leave Aachen for Cologne on Sat, Jan 31, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct buses cover the 63 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest buses will take 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Aachen to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 63 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price |
1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Aachen to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Aachen to Cologne buses for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:55 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 1h10 | 7:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 1h05 | 7:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 1h05 | 10:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 31 | |||||
FlixBus | 3:05 AM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 1h00 | 4:05 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 AM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 1h25 | 9:30 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
52119 | 12:15 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 1h10 | 1:25 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:25 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 1h40 | 3:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 1h40 | 3:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 1h00 | 5:10 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Aachen to Cologne
Buses from Aachen to Cologne run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 63 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 63 km |
Average bus duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Aachen to CologneYou can travel by bus between Aachen to Cologne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Aachen to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aachen to Cologne by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Aachen to Cologne
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- McDonald's (0.2 km)
- Vapiano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250 Metro: U5, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12
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