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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Aachen Central Train Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Aachen Central Train Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Aachen Central Train Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Bahnhofpl | HBF | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Aachen Central Train Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Aachen to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Aachen to Essen by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Aachen to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Aachen to Essen start from $39. The average price for this train route is around $47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Aachen to Essen?
The average train ride duration from Aachen to Essen is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 62 miles (100 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 37m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators service the Aachen to Essen route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Aachen to Essen?
The earliest train departs from Aachen to Essen at 7:38am. And the latest train departs at 1:38pm.
What is the best train operator from Aachen to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Aachen to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Aachen to Essen?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Aachen to Essen?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
