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Tiroler Landesmuseum Ferdinandeum
Leading regional museum with Tyrolean art, folk culture, and history collections spanning centuries in an elegant historic building.
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$107
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$138
Fastest journey on Aug 30
7 h 27 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
7 h 35 m
Trains on Aug 30
20
Distance
550 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aachen to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen to Innsbruck will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $107.
It's difficult to get from Aachen to Innsbruck without transferring at least 2 times.
RE9+
ICE 217
26819 · IC 2574 · ICE 519 · 59477
26819 · IC 2574 · ICE 519 · 59477
ICE 15 · ICE 627 · RJX 187 · REX 5341
ICE 15 · ICE 627 · CJX 6128+
79083
26815 · ICE 105 · ICE 2585 · RJ 89
RE1+
ICE 105 · ICE 595+
RJ 89
ICE 13 · ICE 623 · RJ 89
ICE 13 · ICE 623+
RJ 89
26815 · ICE 105 · ICE 2585 · RJ 89Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $78 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, while a flight costs an average of $627.
Distance: 341 miles (550 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$152 Average price | $78 Average price Cheapest | $627 Average price | $164 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 30m Average total duration 12h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Innsbruck:
A bus is $74 (€60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Innsbruck costing on average $152 (€123).
A bus is $549 (€445) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen to Innsbruck costing on average $627 (€508).
Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 52m.
Bus takes on average 12h 0m.
Tickets start at around $152 (€123) compared to roughly $164 (€133) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $12 (€9). The journey takes 7h 52m versus 7h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Aachen to Innsbruck trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 217+ RE9 | 8:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 10h58 | 7:16 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 13 · ICE 623 · RJ 89 · CJX 6125 | On time 9:38 AM Aachen Hbf | 7h54 | 5:32 PM Innsbruck | 3 transfers | |
ICE 13 · ICE 623+ RJ 89 | On time 9:38 AM Aachen Hbf | 7h40 | 5:18 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 13 · ICE 623 · RJ 89 | On time 9:38 AM Aachen Hbf | 7h40 | 5:18 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
26815 · ICE 2013 · ICE 517 · 5431 | 9:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 9h41 | 7:32 PM Innsbruck | 4 transfers | |
26815 · ICE 105 · ICE 2585 · RJ 89 | 9:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 7h41 | 5:32 PM Innsbruck | 4 transfers | |
26815 · ICE 2013 · ICE 517 · 5431 | 9:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 9h32 | 7:23 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
26815 · ICE 105 · ICE 2585 · RJ 89 | On time 9:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 7h27 | 5:18 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 105 · ICE 595+ RJ 89+ RE1 | Delayed 8:54 AM 9:51 AMAachen Hbf | 7h27 | 5:18 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
26817 · ICE 517 · 5431 · CJX 6129 | 10:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 8h41 | 7:32 PM Innsbruck | 3 transfers | |
26817 · ICE 517 · 5431 | 10:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 8h32 | 7:23 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 517+ RE1 · 6 | Delayed 9:54 AM 10:51 AMAachen Hbf | 8h32 | 7:23 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 15 · ICE 627 · CJX 6128+ 79083 | On time 11:38 AM Aachen Hbf | 8h48 | 8:26 PM Innsbruck | 3 transfers | |
ICE 15 · ICE 627 · RJX 187 · REX 5341 | On time 11:38 AM Aachen Hbf | 8h43 | 8:21 PM Innsbruck | 4 transfers | |
ICE 15 · ICE 627 · RJX 187+ 79083 | On time 11:38 AM Aachen Hbf | 8h33 | 8:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
26819 · IC 2574 · ICE 519 · 59477 | 11:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 9h41 | 9:32 PM Innsbruck | 5 transfers | |
26819 · IC 2574 · ICE 519 · 59477 | 11:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 9h32 | 9:23 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 4 transfers | |
26819 · ICE 107 · ICE 2587 · RJX 187 | 11:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 8h20 | 8:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 4 transfers | |
26819 · ICE 107 · ICE 2587 · RJX 187 | 11:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 8h30 | 8:21 PM Innsbruck | 5 transfers | |
26819 · ICE 107 · ICE 2587 · CJX 6128 | 11:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 8h35 | 8:26 PM Innsbruck | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Aachen to Innsbruck run on average 24 times per day, taking around 7h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 341 miles (550 km) distance in 6h 43m.
Distance 341 miles (550 km) |
Average train duration 7h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 6h 43m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
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Discover the best of Innsbruck — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Innsbruck trip today.
Leading regional museum with Tyrolean art, folk culture, and history collections spanning centuries in an elegant historic building.
Imperial hunting museum and arms collection inside Schloss Ambras, noted for Renaissance armor and courtly curiosities.
Museum beneath the Golden Roof presenting Emperor Maximilian I, court life, and Innsbruck’s medieval history in a compact setting.
Innsbruck’s medieval heart with arcaded streets, pastel facades, and easy access to major landmarks and local shops.
Elegant main shopping street linking the Old Town and Triumphal Arch, lively for strolling and city-center atmosphere.
High alpine viewpoint above the city, prized for dramatic Nordkette scenery and one of Innsbruck’s best panoramas.
Tyrolean dumplings made with bread and speck, served in broth or with salad. A mountain staple that reflects Alpine farmhouse cooking.
Pressed cheese dumplings from Tyrol, often topped with fried onions and served with salad or soup. A beloved rustic dish in Alpine inns.
Pan-fried potatoes with beef, pork, onion, and spices. This hearty skillet meal is one of Austria’s best-known comfort foods and common in Tyrol.
Fine dining restaurant with creative tasting menus, polished service, and panoramic mountain views above Innsbruck.
Historic traditional inn known for Tyrolean classics, wood-paneled rooms, and a refined but welcoming atmosphere in the Old Town.
Long-running local favorite serving Austrian and Tyrolean dishes in a cozy, traditional setting near the historic center.
Innsbruck is pricier than many Austrian cities. Hotels, ski-season dining, and lifts raise costs, though transit is efficient and budget eats still exist.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add about 5-10%; round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Innsbruck Hbf -> Maria-Theresien-Straße, Innsbruck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aachen to Innsbruck by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aachen to Innsbruck trains use the Aachen Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst). Use this guide to compare Aachen and Innsbruck train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aachen Hbf is 1 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Louisiana, Dakashi sushi, Zitalia
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen Hbf. ATMs are available at Aachen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen Hbf. Information desks are available at Aachen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Aachen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aachen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aachen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Bestprice Hotel.
Aachen West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Chico Mendes, Pizzeria Pont Pascha, Vielharmonie, Polonia
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen West. ATMs are available at Aachen West.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen West. Information desks are available at Aachen West.
Luggage storage is available at Aachen West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aachen West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aachen West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen West.
Innsbruck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst).
Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle). ATMs are available at Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle).
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle).
Available at Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle): Wheelchair accessible.
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