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Taking the train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf in 1 hour 7 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 1 hour 16 minutes to travel the 46 miles (73 km) from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 7 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 54 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You can travel with DB trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.

Train tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf start from £17.02 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to Aachen Hbf? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf by train

It takes an average of 1h 16m to travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf by train, over a distance of around 46 miles (73 km). There are normally 54 trains per day travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf and tickets for this journey start from £17.02 when you book in advance.

First train

00:58

Last train

23:53

Departure station

Cologne Bonn Airport

Arrival station

Aachen Hbf

Journey time

From 1h 7m

Distance

46 miles (73 km)

Frequency

54 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Price

From £17.02

Train and bus operators

Deutsche Bahn, BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus

FAQs about the train journey from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf

Want to know more about your journey from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf?

You can get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf by train in 1 hour and 16 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 1 hour and 7 minutes. You can also take the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf take?

The average journey time by train between Cologne Bonn Airport and Aachen Hbf is 1 hour and 16 minutes, with around 54 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

How much does the train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf cost?

Train tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf can start from as little as £17.02 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book.

What's the fastest journey time between Cologne Bonn Airport and Aachen Hbf by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf is 1 hour and 7 minutes.

Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf train times

Check out the next trains departing from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf for Tuesday 29th April 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
11:2312:411h 18m, 1 change
11:4813:071h 19m, 1 change
12:0913:161h 7m, 1 change
12:2313:411h 18m, 1 change
12:4814:071h 19m, 1 change
13:2314:411h 18m, 1 change
13:4815:071h 19m, 1 change
14:0915:161h 7m, 1 change
14:2315:411h 18m, 1 change
14:4315:511h 8m, 1 change

Deutsche Bahn trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf

You can travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf on Deutsche Bahn trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

Photo: JoachimKohlerBremen, under licence CC BY-SA 4.0

The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.

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Cheap train tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf

The price of train tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf starts at £17.02 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Aachen Hbf by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

§Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

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