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Vasa Museum
A world-class museum built around the remarkably preserved 1628 warship Vasa, with powerful storytelling about maritime history and recovery.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
$81
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$96
Fastest journey on Sep 17
19 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
20 h 26 m
Trains on Sep 17
3
Distance
1216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aachen to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen to Stockholm will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
It's difficult to get from Aachen to Stockholm without transferring at least 4 times.
26821 · ICE 610 · ECE 392 · R 1162
26819 · ICE 200 · 11176 · IC 5764
26823 · ICE 108 · 11180 · IC 5766
26821 · ICE 610 · ECE 392 · R 1162
26823 · ICE 108 · 11180 · IC 5766
26819 · ICE 200 · 11176 · IC 5764Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $120 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 21m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $120, while a flight costs an average of $597.
Distance: 755 miles (1216 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$120 Average price Cheapest | $597 Average price | $214 Average price | $406 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 48m Average total duration 16h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 25h 14m Average total duration 24h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.6 - 7.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Stockholm:
A train is $94 (€76) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Aachen to Stockholm costing on average $214 (€174).
A train is $477 (€388) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen to Stockholm costing on average $597 (€485).
Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 18m.
Bus takes on average 24h 44m.
Tickets start at around $120 (€98) compared to roughly $406 (€330) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $286 (€233). The journey takes 16h 18m versus 16h 9m 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 Stockholm trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
26819 · ICE 200 · 11176 · IC 5764 | 11:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 20h47 | 8:38 AM Stockholm Central Station | 6 transfers | |
26821 · ICE 610 · ECE 392 · R 1162 | 12:51 PM Aachen Hbf | 19h47 | 8:38 AM Stockholm Central Station | 4 transfers | |
26823 · ICE 108 · 11180 · IC 5766 | 1:51 PM Aachen Hbf | 20h43 | 10:34 AM Stockholm Central Station | 6 transfers | |
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Trains from Aachen to Stockholm run on average 3 times per day, taking around 16h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 755 miles (1216 km) distance in 14h 49m.
Distance 755 miles (1216 km) |
Average train duration 16h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€57) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 14h 49m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 7:10 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Most Aachen to Stockholm trains use the Aachen Hbf to Stockholm Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Aachen and Stockholm 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.
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
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