The average train between Aachen and Merksem takes 2h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Aachen to Merksem. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Aachen and Merksem. The earliest departure is at 8:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aachen is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Merksem at 12:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Brussels-Nord and take an average of 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 9m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Aachen to Merksem? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Merksem. However, there are services departing from Aachen station and arriving at Merksem station via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.
Aachen to Merksem train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Aachen, Hbf station.
Aachen to Merksem train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Anvers-Central station.
The distance between Aachen and Merksem is 125.7 km. The road distance is 195 km.
You can take a train from Aachen, Hbf to Merksem Oudebareel via Brussels-Nord, Anvers-Central, and Antwerpen Diamant Metro Perron B in around 2h 5m.