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Trip Summary
You can pick from 61 daily train trips between Aachen and Idar-Oberstein. The average train journey from Aachen to Idar-Oberstein takes 4 hours and 58 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train trips are as short as 3 hours and 53 minutes.
| Distance | 91 mi (147 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 53m |
| Lowest price | €44.86 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Aachen to Idar-Oberstein?
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the one and only train line which connects Aachen to Idar-Oberstein. However, there are 61 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 61 | 4h 58m | €70.72 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Aachen to Idar-Oberstein start from €45, and on average cost . Daily there are 61 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Idar-Oberstein. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Aachen leaves from Eilendorf and 4 other stations. And in Idar-Oberstein trains arrive at Fischbach-Weierbach and one other train station.
From Aachen to Idar-Oberstein train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 58 minutes. If you are looking to get to Idar-Oberstein faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 53 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 73 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Idar-Oberstein.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Aachen and Idar-Oberstein is approximately 91 miles, or 147 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 58 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 53 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Aachen to Idar-Oberstein on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Aachen at 15:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 61 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Idar-Oberstein 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?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Eilendorf
Aachen Eilendorf is the main railway station in Aachen. The station does not have a building, like many rural stops, with just two platforms for trains going into Aachen centre and out to Stolberg. The RB20 regional services here depart about every fifteen minutes. There's also service to Aachen, which stops directly in the city's center. From there, you can catch connections across Germany and the Netherlands. The station has seating and ticket machines, but not much else. Luckily there's an ice cream shop and restaurant close by if you want to stretch your legs, and there's even a wine shop on the other side of the station. If you want more options, head into Aachen proper by catching a local coach from outside Eilendorf Station further into the district.
All train stations in Aachen:
Eilendorf
Aachen West
Aachen-Rothe Erde
Aachen Schanz
Train Station
Where is the train station in Idar-Oberstein?
Main arrival station: Fischbach-Weierbach
Idar-Oberstein receives travelers from Aachen at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Idar-Oberstein:
Fischbach-Weierbach
Train Station
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