Train from Essen to Aachen: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Essen to Aachen on March 25
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Essen Central Train Station
Aachen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Essen Central Train Station
Aachen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Aachen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Aachen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Aachen Central Train StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Aachen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Aachen. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
6h 50mAverage Duration
62 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$10 - $15Average Duration6h 50m
2kg CO₂e
Average Price$23 - $46Average Duration1h 36m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Aachen by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Essen to Aachen?

    The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Aachen start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $38. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Essen to Aachen?

    The average train ride duration from Essen to Aachen is 1h 36m, covering a distance of 62 miles (100 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 29m and is operated by FlixTrain.

  3. Which train operators service the Essen to Aachen route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Essen to Aachen?

    The earliest train departs from Essen to Aachen at 12:40pm. And the latest train departs at 7:14pm.

  5. What 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 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Aachen?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Essen to Aachen?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Aachen?

    According to Busbud traveler 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.

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