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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Aachen to Essen per day. The average train journey from Aachen to Essen takes one hour and 45 minutes, but some FlixTrain train trips are as short as one hour and 37 minutes.
| Distance | 62 mi (100 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 37m |
| Lowest price | $7.32 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixTrain |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Aachen to Essen?
FlixTrain is the one and only train line which connects Aachen to Essen. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain | 1 | 1h 45m | $13.21 |
Part of the FlixBus family, FlixTrain launched in 2018 to offer affordable and sustainable train travel in Germany. Its trains provide Wi-Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and access to an entertainment portal full of movies, games, and music. In addition, each passenger gets a guaranteed seat, so you don't have to worry about standing in any aisles. FlixTrain operates 1 daily trips to Essen from Aachen. The train usually departs from Train Station in Aachen and arrives at Essen Hbf in Essen after about 1 hours and 45 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Aachen to Essen. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Aachen at 3:00pm and arrives in Essen about an hour later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Essen with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Essen to Aachen.
City Information
Aachen
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Positioned near the Dutch and Belgian borders in the west of Germany, Aachen is a true hidden gem. Once a Roman spa town, this historic city dates back to the 1st-century and later became a favorite residence of the Frankish king, Charlemagne. A royal experience surely awaits you as well on your visit to Aachen.
The most striking building in this city is undoubtedly Aachen Cathedral. This cathedral is the first place in Europe to receive the prestigious status of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in part because it is one of the oldest cathedrals in Europe. The cathedral is also the final resting place of Charlemange, though the exact whereabouts of his remains are unknown.
After a day spent walking around the city, visit the Carolus Thermen, or thermal baths, to soak in the hot mineral spring waters once loved by the Romans. Choose between a range of indoor or outdoor pools, saunas, and spa treatments to enjoy what the Romans called "salus per aquam," or "health by water."
Because of its border location, Aachen is easy to reach from Germany, the Netherlands, and Belgium. Frequent international and national trains run through the train stations, while the international airport is served by many major airlines. Bus lines including FlixBus and Sindbad provide affordable ground travel from many destinations. Some of the more popular routes to Aachen depart from Berlin, Amsterdam, and Brussels.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Aachen?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Aachen.
All train stations in Aachen:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Essen?
Main arrival station: Essen Hbf
Essen has one train station.
Train stations in Essen:
Essen Hbf
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