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Trip Summary
94 trains operate daily from Houten to Aachen. The train trip from Houten to Aachen is usually about 4 hours and 12 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 44 minutes.
| Distance | 95 mi (153 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 44m |
| Lowest price | €28.54 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Houten to Aachen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Houten to Aachen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 56 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 2 | 4h 26m | €65.90 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 56 | 4h 4m | €30.22 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 48 | 4h 34m | €46.56 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Houten to Aachen start from €29, and on average cost . Daily there are 48 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Aachen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Houten leaves from Train Station and one other station. And in Aachen trains arrive at Aachen Schanz and 4 other train stations.
From Houten to Aachen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 34 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 44 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 108 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Aachen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Houten to Aachen tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Houten 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 94 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 Houten.
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 Houten?
Main departure station: Houten Castellum
There are two stations in Houten where you can board the train to Aachen.
All train stations in Houten:
Houten Castellum
Train Station
Where is the train station in Aachen?
Main arrival station: Aachen Schanz
There are more train stations and stops in Aachen than most cities. Most trains from Houten will stop at one (or more) of the 5 following stations in Aachen:
Train stations in Aachen:
Aachen Schanz
Aachen-Rothe Erde
Train Station
Eilendorf
Aachen West
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