The cheapest and fastest buses from Düsseldorf to Aachen
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Aachen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Aachen will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 2 buses that leave Düsseldorf for Aachen on Mon, Aug 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct buses cover the 69 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest buses will take 6 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.
FlixBus10:40 PM2h20Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf1:00 AMAachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße€91One-way0 transfers
50429 · 5212010:40 AM6h05Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf4:45 PMAachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße€111One-way1 transfer
FlixBus10:40 PM2h20Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf1:00 AMAachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße€91One-way0 transfers
50429 · 5212010:40 AM6h05Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf4:45 PMAachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße€111One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Düsseldorf to Aachen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. 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 €6, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 69 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price |
2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m 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
Düsseldorf to Aachen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Aachen buses for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 10:40 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 2h20 | 1:00 AM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 0 transfersDirect | |
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50429 · 52120 | 10:40 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 6h05 | 4:45 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Düsseldorf to Aachen.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Düsseldorf to Aachen
Buses from Düsseldorf to Aachen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 69 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 69 km |
Average bus duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 10:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Düsseldorf to AachenYou can travel by bus between Düsseldorf to Aachen with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Düsseldorf to Aachen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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 Düsseldorf to Aachen
Most Düsseldorf to Aachen buses use the Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf to Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße station pair, with some services arriving at Aachen, Wilmersdorferstrasse. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Aachen bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do buses to Aachen leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf bus station facilities and services
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km), Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Düsseldorf, Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Getting to Aachen, Wilmersdorferstrasse from Aachen city centre
Most popular bus connections from Düsseldorf
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