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Travel from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne (Germany) by train in 36 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne (Germany) by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne (Germany) by train is 44 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 36 minutes. Around 51 trains per day travel the 39 miles (63 km) between these two destinations. Direct trains are usually available every day on the route to Cologne (Germany). As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling on a DB service for all or at least part of your journey to Cologne (Germany).
Book train tickets from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne (Germany) in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. You can check prices from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne (Germany) in our Journey Planner.
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Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne (Germany) by train
| First train | 02:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:54 | |
| Departure station | Aachen-Rothe Erde | |
| Arrival station | Cologne (Germany) | |
| Journey time | From 36m | |
| Distance | 39 miles (63 km) | |
| Frequency | 51 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus, Deutsche Bahn |
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Deutsche Bahn trains from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne (Germany)
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 Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne (Germany)
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 Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne (Germany) 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.