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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Aachen
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
47 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Aachen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Aachen will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 14 buses that leave Cologne for Aachen 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 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest buses will take 1 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 and bus for Cologne to Aachen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Aachen 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 37m. 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 |
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€8 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price |
1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Aachen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Aachen 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 | 10:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1h05 | 11:55 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 31 | |||||
| FlixBus | 2:05 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1h10 | 3:15 AM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1h10 | 6:20 AM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:45 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1h05 | 8:50 AM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1h35 | 10:45 AM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1h10 | 12:30 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1h40 | 2:30 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 52120 | 2:35 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1h10 | 3:45 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1h40 | 4:35 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Aachen
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Buses from Cologne to Aachen run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. 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 5m.
Distance 63 km |
Average bus duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to AachenYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Aachen 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 Cologne to Aachen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Aachen
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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