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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Aachen from Hamburg. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
9h 30m
£24
£25
5
Train
5h 22m
£25
£27
40

What is the cheapest way to reach Aachen from Hamburg?

You can reach Aachen with just £24 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from £24
Saturday
Sunday

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    10h 20m
    0
    00:10
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    10:30
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    01:10
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    14:20
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    13h 40m
    0
    08:30
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    22:10
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    18:45
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    04:15
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    09:30
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    22:40
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27

    • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 22m
    0
    19:45
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    01:07
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 22m
    0
    20:45
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    02:07
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 42m
    0
    22:45
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    06:27
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 26m
    0
    04:41
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    10:07
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 22m
    0
    05:45
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    11:07
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33

What are the fastest trips from Hamburg to Aachen?

You can get to Aachen from Hamburg in just 5h 22m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from 5h 22m
Saturday
Sunday

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 22m
    0
    19:45
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    01:07
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 22m
    0
    20:45
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    02:07
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 22m
    0
    05:45
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    11:07
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 26m
    0
    04:41
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    10:07
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 42m
    0
    22:45
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    06:27
    Aachen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25

    • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    18:45
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    04:15
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    10h 20m
    0
    00:10
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    10:30
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    01:10
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    14:20
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    09:30
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    22:40
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    13h 40m
    0
    08:30
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    22:10
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Hamburg to Aachen

What are the most popular stations in Hamburg and Aachen?

In Hamburg, you will usually depart from Central Station, Dammtor Train Station or Central Bus 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 Hamburg? With 10 connections between 2 Train and Bus 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 Hamburg and Aachen, you can pay as low as £24 with a Bus from FlixBus.

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 Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Aachen in just 5h 22m.

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 Hamburg and Aachen are FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn, 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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg Airport or to Eilendorf, and look at flights from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Aachen?

The most popular companies between Hamburg and Aachen, are FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn. 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 Hamburg to Aachen

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Aachen

How can I reach Aachen from Hamburg?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Aachen from Hamburg.

How far is Aachen from Hamburg?

The distance between Hamburg and Aachen is 407.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Hamburg 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 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 69 kgs, and a flight 100 kgs.

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

You can get to Aachen with just £24 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Hamburg 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 5h 22m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Hamburg and to Aachen

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