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Trip Summary
You can pick from 48 daily train trips between Nijmegen and Aachen. The average train journey from Nijmegen to Aachen takes 3 hours and 49 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 2 hours and 58 minutes.
| Distance | 72 mi (117 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 58m |
| Lowest price | €21.78 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Nijmegen to Aachen?
2 train services operate from Nijmegen to Aachen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 32 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 29 | 3h 32m | €30.21 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 32 | 4h 6m | €42.07 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Nijmegen to Aachen start from €29, and on average cost . Daily there are 32 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Aachen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Nijmegen leaves from Nijmegen Lent and 4 other stations. And in Aachen trains arrive at Eilendorf and one other train station.
From Nijmegen to Aachen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 6 minutes. If you are looking to get to Aachen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 58 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Nijmegen to Aachen. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Nijmegen at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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 48 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 Aachen to Nijmegen.
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 Nijmegen?
Main departure station: Nijmegen Lent
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 5 stops and stations in Nijmegen where you can board the train.
All train stations in Nijmegen:
Nijmegen Lent
Nijmegen Goffert
Nijmegen Dukenburg
Train Station
Nijmegen Heyendaal
Where is the train station in Aachen?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival 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.
Train stations in Aachen:
Eilendorf
Aachen-Rothe Erde
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