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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£30
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 12 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 12 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 trains from Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 12 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.
8:381h12Aachen9:50Cologne Bonn Airport£241One-way0 changes- 16:381h12Aachen17:50Cologne Bonn Airport£311One-way0 changes
- 9:381h12Aachen10:50Cologne Bonn Airport£331One-way0 changes
- 7:381h12Aachen8:50Cologne Bonn Airport£341One-way0 changes
- 8:381h12Aachen9:50Cologne Bonn Airport£241One-way0 changes
- 16:381h12Aachen17:50Cologne Bonn Airport£311One-way0 changes
- 9:381h12Aachen10:50Cologne Bonn Airport£331One-way0 changes
- 7:381h12Aachen8:50Cologne Bonn Airport£341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 74 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport:
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Cologne Bonn Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 4m.
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-15.73. The journey takes 56m versus 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:38 Aachen | 1h12 | 8:50 Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:38 Aachen | 1h12 | 9:50 Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:38 Aachen | 1h12 | 16:50 Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:38 Aachen | 1h12 | 17:50 Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport by train or coach
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar or Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to find the best option for your trip from Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport
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Trains from Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 2 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 07:56. The fastest train covers the 74 km distance in 59m.
Distance 74 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 6:08 |
Last train 7:56 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Aachen and Cologne Bonn Airport from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Eurostar
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne Bonn Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aachen and Cologne Bonn Airport
Most Aachen to Cologne Bonn Airport trains use the Aachen Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Aachen and Cologne Bonn Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Aachen Hbf from Aachen city centre
Aachen Hbf is 1 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen Hbf train station facilities and services
Aachen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, Louisiana, Dakashi sushi, Zitalia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen Hbf. ATMs are available at Aachen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aachen Hbf. Information desks are available at Aachen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aachen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aachen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aachen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Bestprice Hotel.
Getting to Aachen-Rothe Erde from Aachen city centre
Aachen-Rothe Erde is 2 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen-Rothe Erde train station facilities and services
Aachen-Rothe Erde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Eiscafé am Elsassplatz, Kennedy Grill, Közde Kebap, Imbiss & Kneipe, Zeppelin Eck
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. ATMs are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. Information desks are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aachen-Rothe Erde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aachen-Rothe Erde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Getting to Aachen West from Aachen city centre
Aachen West train station facilities and services
Aachen West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Chico Mendes, Pizzeria Pont Pascha, Vielharmonie, Polonia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen West. ATMs are available at Aachen West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aachen West. Information desks are available at Aachen West.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aachen West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aachen West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aachen West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen West.
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