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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | HBF | Bahnhofpl | No tags | ||||
| Train | HBF | Bahnhofpl | 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 + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Aachen Central Train Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go 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 $15, 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 schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Essen to Aachen?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Aachen start at $33. The average price for this train route is around $48. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Essen to Aachen?
The average train trip from Essen to Aachen takes 1h 55m and covers 100 km. The quickest 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 serve 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 6:14am. The latest train departs at 7:14pm.
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 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Aachen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Aachen was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $31To 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.
