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 | Essen Central Train Station | Aachen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Aachen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Aachen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Aachen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Aachen Central Train Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Aachen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Aachen. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just €9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Aachen 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 Essen to Aachen?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Aachen start from €21. The average price for this train route is around €28. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Aachen?
The average train journey time from Essen to Aachen is 1h 38m, covering a distance of 100 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 29m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Aachen route?
Several major train operators run on 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 Essen to Aachen?
The earliest train from Essen to Aachen departs at 18:24. And the latest train departs at 19:14.
Which is the best train operator from Essen to Aachen?
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 Essen to Aachen?
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 Essen to Aachen?
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 Essen to Aachen?
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.