Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Aachen Central Train Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Aachen to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Aachen to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Aachen to Essen start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £25. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Aachen to Essen?
The average train journey time from Aachen to Essen is 1h 39m, covering a distance of 62 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 35m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Aachen to Essen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Aachen to Essen?
The earliest train from Aachen to Essen departs at 07:07. And the latest train departs at 13:38.
Which 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 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Aachen to Essen?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Aachen to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 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.
