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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Amsterdam to Aachen
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
196 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Aachen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Aachen will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 4 buses that leave Amsterdam for Aachen on Tue, Dec 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct buses cover the 196 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest buses will take 5 h 5 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, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Aachen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €153.
Distance: 196 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €43 Average price | €416 Average price |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 13m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Amsterdam to Aachen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Aachen buses for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 9:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h35 | 1:20 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 0 transfersDirect | |
 1660 · 6011 | 11:25 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 8h10 | 7:35 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 5h05 | 9:05 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:40 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h00 | 9:40 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 3h35 | 9:40 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 0 transfersDirect |
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Overview: Bus from Amsterdam to Aachen
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Buses from Amsterdam to Aachen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 196 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 196 km |
Average bus duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus, GVB, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Amsterdam to AachenYou can travel by bus between Amsterdam to Aachen with FlixBus, Ourbus, GVB, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Amsterdam to Aachen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Aachen 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 Aachen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Amsterdam, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), Amsterdam Centraal and Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport. When arriving in Aachen, you can end your route in coach stations like Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße, Aachen Hbf and Aachen, Wilmersdorferstrasse.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), which is located around 4.1 miles (6.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Amsterdam to Aachen
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Amstel (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- La Place (0.2 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: 51, 53, 54 Bus: 37, 40, 62, 65, 240, 245 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: 50, 51, 52 Bus: 15, 62, 65, 341, 347, 357 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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