Train Aachen to Essen: Trip Overview
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Aachen - Essen
How much does a cheap train ticket from Aachen to Essen cost?
The average train ticket price from Aachen to Essen is US$74. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Aachen to Essen 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!
How long is the train trip from Aachen to Essen?
A train trip between Aachen and Essen is around 1h 48m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 38m. This is the time it takes to travel the 61 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Aachen and Essen?
The number of trains from Aachen to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Aachen to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Aachen to Essen was searched and found on 4 Apr 2025 with a price of US$12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Aachen to Essen as early as possible.
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 Aachen and Essen is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Essen.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Essen you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Aachen and Essen 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.
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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.
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
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