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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Bahnhofpl | HBF | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Aachen Central Train Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Aachen Central Train Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Aachen Central Train Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bahnhofpl | HBF | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Aachen to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aachen to Essen by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Aachen to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Aachen to Essen start at $28. The average price for this train route is around $61. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Aachen to Essen?
The average train trip from Aachen to Essen takes 1h 51m and covers 100 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 37m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Aachen to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Aachen to Essen?
The earliest train from Aachen to Essen departs at 7:07am. The latest train departs at 7:39pm.
What is the best train operator from Aachen to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Aachen to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Aachen to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Aachen to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
