Rome to Aachen by bus
Aachen lies 1,103 km (686 mi) north-west of Rome, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 20 h 3 min including stops, over roughly 1,346 km (836 mi) of road.
| Rome | Aachen | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Germany |
| Population | 2.3 million | 265,208 |
| Elevation | 52 m (171 ft) | 178 m (584 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
What changes when you arrive in Aachen
Crossing from Italy into Germany: sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +49; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823.
Where to book buses from Rome to Aachen
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Staying in Aachen
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Common questions
How far is Aachen from Rome?
1,103 km (686 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Rome; by road roughly 1,346 km (836 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rome to Aachen by bus?
About 20 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rome and Aachen?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Aachen?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.