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Compare 3 ways to go from Aachen to Cologne
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aachen to Cologne 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 Aachen to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Aachen to Cologne start at $12. The average price for this train route is around $39. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Aachen to Cologne?
The average train trip from Aachen to Cologne takes 44m and covers 64 km. The quickest train gets you there in 36m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Aachen to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Aachen to Cologne?
The earliest train from Aachen to Cologne departs at 7:38am. The latest train departs at 7:39pm.
What is the best train operator from Aachen to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Aachen to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Aachen to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Aachen to Cologne?
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 Aachen to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Aachen to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $9 to $155 for a train ticket from Aachen to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-12-13.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
