What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Aachen?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Aachen is to rideshare which costs €5 - €10 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Aachen?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Aachen is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Aachen station west station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Aachen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Essen to Aachen?

The distance between Essen and Aachen is 152 km. The road distance is 111.7 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Aachen without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs €26 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Aachen?

The train from Essen Hbf to Aachen Hbf takes 1h 58m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Essen to Aachen bus from?

Essen to Aachen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Aachen train from?

Essen to Aachen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Aachen?

The best way to get from Essen to Aachen is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs €26 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €24 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Essen to Aachen bus arrive?

Essen to Aachen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Aachen station west.

Where does the Essen to Aachen train arrive?

Essen to Aachen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aachen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Aachen is 112 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Essen to Aachen.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Aachen?

Book your Essen to Aachen train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Aachen?

Book your Essen to Aachen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Aachen?

There are 1218+ hotels available in Aachen.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Aachen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Essen and Aachen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Essen to Aachen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Aachen by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Aachen Hbftrain Re
1h 58m
€26–120
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Essen to Aachenrideshare 111.6 km
1h 37m
€5–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Aachen station westbus FlixBus N1153 / ...
3h 20m
€14–24
Drive 111.7 km
1. Drive from Essen to Aachencar 111.7 km
1h 10m
€16–24

Essen to Aachen by train

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1h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.9 km
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Aachen, Germany?

National Express operates a train from Essen Hbf to Aachen Hbf every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 58m. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Aachen station west twice daily. Tickets cost €14–24 and the journey takes 3h 20m. OrionBus also services this route once daily.

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