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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 19 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: April 19 at
    Destination city: Aachen
    Destination location: Bahnhofpl
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Essen to Aachen: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$42
Average train trip duration1h 55m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure6:13am
Distance100 km
Latest train departure7:39pm

Essen to Aachen Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Aachen

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Aachen cost?

    The average train ticket price from Essen to Aachen is US$42. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Aachen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Essen to Aachen?

    A train trip between Essen and Aachen is around 1h 55m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 29m. This is the time it takes to travel the 99 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Essen and Aachen?

    The number of trains from Essen to Aachen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Aachen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Aachen was searched and found on Apr 19, 2025 with a price of US$13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Aachen, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$13 to US$13 for a train ticket from Essen to Aachen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$13 which is on 2025-04-19.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Essen and Aachen is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Aachen.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Aachen, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Essen and Aachen compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Essen to Aachen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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