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What is the best way to travel from Bielefeld to Aachen?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Buses and Carpool to Aachen from Bielefeld. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest, while Carpool is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
6h 5m
£14
£15
1
Train
3h 37m
£11
£11
64
Car
2h 20m
£16
£16
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Aachen from Bielefeld?

You can reach Aachen with just £11 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £15
Friday
from £11
Saturday
from £14
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    22:10
    Bielefeld
    Brackwede Train Station
    04:15
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15

    • Cheapest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 20m
    0
    15:30
    Bielefeld
    17:50
    Aachen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 0m
    0
    01:07
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    07:07
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 40m
    0
    10:27
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    14:07
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 37m
    0
    12:00
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    15:37
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 40m
    0
    12:27
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    16:07
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11

    • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    22:00
    Bielefeld
    Brackwede Train Station
    04:15
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    22:00
    Bielefeld
    Brackwede Train Station
    04:15
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14

What are the fastest trips from Bielefeld to Aachen?

You can get to Aachen from Bielefeld in just 2h 20m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 2h 20m
Friday
from 3h 37m
Saturday
from 6h 15m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Fastest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 20m
    0
    15:30
    Bielefeld
    17:50
    Aachen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16

    • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    22:10
    Bielefeld
    Brackwede Train Station
    04:15
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 37m
    0
    12:00
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    15:37
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 40m
    0
    10:27
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    14:07
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 40m
    0
    12:27
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    16:07
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 40m
    0
    14:27
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    18:07
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11

    • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    22:00
    Bielefeld
    Brackwede Train Station
    04:15
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    22:00
    Bielefeld
    Brackwede Train Station
    04:15
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Bielefeld to Aachen

What are the most popular stations in Bielefeld and Aachen?

In Bielefeld, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Central Station or Brackwede Train Station, while in Aachen you will be arriving at Elisenbrunnen Bus Stop, West Train Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Aachen from Bielefeld? With 3 connections between 3 Train, Bus and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bielefeld and Aachen, you can pay as low as £11 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Aachen in just 2h 20m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bielefeld and Aachen are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Bielefeld and Aachen is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Steinhagen or to Eilendorf, and look at flights from Paderborn-Lippstadt Airport, and landing at Liege Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Bielefeld to Aachen?

The most popular companies between Bielefeld and Aachen, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Bielefeld to Aachen

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bielefeld to Aachen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Bielefeld to Aachen

How can I reach Aachen from Bielefeld?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train, Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Aachen from Bielefeld.

How far is Aachen from Bielefeld?

The distance between Bielefeld and Aachen is 219.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bielefeld and Aachen?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 37 kgs, and a flight 54 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bielefeld to Aachen?

You can get to Aachen with just £11 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

What is the fastest way to get from Bielefeld to Aachen?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Aachen in just 2h 20m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Bielefeld and to Aachen

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bielefeld and to Aachen. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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