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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £79 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £79, while a flight costs an average of £412.
Distance: 1009 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£97 Average Price | £412 Average Price | £79 Average Price Cheapest | £189 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 2m Average total duration 12h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 19h 47m Average total duration 19h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.0 - 6.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Budapest to Aachen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Aachen:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Aachen costing on average £97.
A coach is £334 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Aachen costing on average £412.
Other travel options to Aachen take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 2m.
Coach takes on average 19h 47m.
Tickets start at around £97 compared to roughly £189 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £93. The journey takes 12h 32m versus 12h 15m 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.
How to get to Aachen from Budapest by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Budapest to Aachen is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Aachen are Cologne, Düsseldorf, Bonn, Liège and Brussels. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Aachen on Omio.
Cologne is known for its towering cathedral, Roman heritage and relaxed Rhineland spirit. Museums, riverfront views and a strong brewing culture give the city an open, sociable feel.
Düsseldorf is known for fashion, contemporary art and its lively Altstadt on the Rhine. Sleek shopping streets, traditional breweries and bold modern architecture give it a polished yet sociable character.
Bonn is best known as Beethoven’s birthplace and the former capital of West Germany. Set on the Rhine, it feels calm and cultured, with museums, leafy neighbourhoods and a strong university presence.
Liège is a lively Walloon city on the Meuse, known for its industrial heritage and strong food culture. Historic streets, busy markets and the Montagne de Bueren give it an energetic, down-to-earth character.
Brussels mixes stately squares and Art Nouveau buildings with a relaxed café culture and multilingual character. Known as Belgium’s capital and a hub of European politics, it is also closely associated with waffles, chocolate and comic art.
Travel to Aachen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Budapest to Aachen.
This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Aachen:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Aachen costing on average £97.
A coach is £334 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Aachen costing on average £412.
Other travel options to Aachen take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 2m.
Coach takes on average 19h 47m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Budapest and Aachen as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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