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Trip Summary
You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Saint-Gilles and Aachen. The average train journey from Saint-Gilles to Aachen takes one hour and 40 minutes, but some DB Intercity-Express train trips are as short as 59 minutes.
| Distance | 76 mi (123 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 59m |
| Lowest price | $39.12 |
| Trains per day | 8 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Saint-Gilles to Aachen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Saint-Gilles to Aachen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 4 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 1h 10m | $70.73 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 4 | 2h 9m | $63.43 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 1h 29m | $73.16 |
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 Saint-Gilles to Aachen start from $43, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Aachen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Saint-Gilles leaves from Brussels-Midi/Zuid Station . And in Aachen trains arrive at Aachen-Rothe Erde .
From Saint-Gilles to Aachen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 29 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 0 hours and 59 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Saint-Gilles to Aachen are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Saint-Gilles at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 5 scheduled trains on most days. 8 of these are direct connections to Aachen. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Aachen to Saint-Gilles.
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 Saint-Gilles?
Main departure station: Brussels-Midi/Zuid Station
There is one train station in Saint-Gilles.
All train stations in Saint-Gilles:
Brussels-Midi/Zuid Station
Where is the train station in Aachen?
Main arrival station: Aachen-Rothe Erde
There are more train stations and stops in Aachen than most cities. Most trains from Saint-Gilles will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Aachen:
All train stations in Aachen:
Aachen-Rothe Erde
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