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Tomorrow26 Apr
from US$19
Sun27 Apr
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Aachen
    Departure location: Bahnhofpl
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: HBF
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Aachen to Essen

Average priceUS$10 - US$46Average duration6h
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$15 - US$94Average duration1h 48m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$10 - US$12Average duration1h 20m
4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Aachen to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 20mAverage duration
US$10Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Train Aachen to Essen: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$74
Average train trip duration1h 48m
Number of daily trains6
Earliest train departure06:21
Distance62 miles
Latest train departure19:39

Aachen to Essen Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Aachen - Essen

  1. 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!

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Aachen to Essen was searched and found on 26 Apr 2025 with a price of US$19

To 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.

You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$19 for a train ticket from Aachen to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19, which is on 2025-04-26.

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.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Aachen to Essen.

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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