What COVID-19 travel safety information and restrictions should I be aware of for my train between Brussels and Aachen?

Travel by train between Brussels, Belgium and Aachen, Germany is: Unrestricted . Is international entry into Aachen from Brussels restricted? International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Belgium Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Brussels? Entry Requirements: There are no current restrictions What are the safety rules to follow in Aachen, Germany? The government of Germany has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19: Physical distance required: metre (s) ( feet) Face mask required: Mandatory The above information was last checked on 3/22/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Aachen from Brussels closer to your date of departure here

What is the restriction level for the return leg of a round trip journey from Aachen, Germany to Brussels, Belgium?

The restriction level for your return train to Brussels, Belgium from Aachen is: Unrestricted . Is my return train into Brussels from Aachen restricted? International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Belgium from Aachen? Conditions of reentry: There are no current restrictions What are the safety rules to follow in Brussels, Belgium? The government of Belgium has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19: Social distancing required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet) Face mask required: Recommended Last checked on 3/8/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Brussels from Aachen closer to your date of departure here here.

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Cheap train tickets from Brussels to Aachen

Showing times and prices for Mar 25

Cheapest

€26

Average

€33

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Aachen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

06:56AMBrussels-Midi2h00 08:56AMAachen Central Station

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€261One-way

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06:23AMBrussels-Midi1h13 07:36AMAachen Central Station

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€301One-way

06:25PMBrussels-Midi1h11 07:36PMAachen Central Station

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€321One-way

02:25PMBrussels-Midi1h11 03:36PMAachen Central Station

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€381One-way

04:25PMBrussels-Midi1h11 05:36PMAachen Central Station

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€381One-way

Train schedule from Brussels to Aachen

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06:23AMBrussels-Midi1h13 07:36AMAachen Central Station

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06:56AMBrussels-Midi2h00 08:56AMAachen Central Station

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08:25AMBrussels-Midi1h11 09:36AMAachen Central Station

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09:25AMBrussels-Midi1h09 10:34AMAachen Central Station

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11:25AMBrussels-Midi1h10 12:35PMAachen Central Station

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06:25PMBrussels-Midi1h11 07:36PMAachen Central Station

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Fastest train times from Brussels to Aachen

Showing times and prices for Mar 25

Fastest Journey

1 h 9 m

Average

1 h 10 m

Trains per day

Distance

122 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Brussels for Aachen every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

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09:25AMBrussels-Midi1h09 10:34AMAachen Central Station

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€591One-way

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11:25AMBrussels-Midi1h10 12:35PMAachen Central Station

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€591One-way

02:25PMBrussels-Midi1h11 03:36PMAachen Central Station

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€381One-way

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€381One-way

06:25PMBrussels-Midi1h11 07:36PMAachen Central Station

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€321One-way

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Overview: Train from Brussels to Aachen

	Distance	76 miles (122 km)
	Average train duration	1 h 13 min
	Average train ticket price	$23 (€20)
	Train frequency	14 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there are 6 direct trains a day
	Train providers	Deutsche Bahn, SNCB \| IC, Thalys, SNCB or SNCB \| Euronight

Trains from Brussels to Aachen cover the 76 miles (122 km) long trip taking on average 1 h 13 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn, SNCB | IC, Thalys, SNCB or SNCB | Euronight. Normally, there are 14 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $13 (€11), but the average price of train tickets is $23 (€20). Travelers depart most frequently from Bruxelles-Midi and arrive in Aachen Hbf.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Thalys and SNCB from Brussels to Aachen trains

Find the best trains from Brussels to Aachen with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn, Thalys and SNCB from $13 (€11). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Deutsche Bahn

SNCB

Thalys

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40, 000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train from Brussels to Aachen. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Brussels to Aachen train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 1 h 2 min
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 6 a day

SNCB is Belgium's main train company and offers First class or Second class tickets for your train between Brussels and Aachen.

Brussels to Aachen train information with SNCB:

Average Duration: 1 h 36 min
SNCB frequency: 1 a day

Thalys is a French-Belgian high-speed train company that connects the main capital cities. For your next train between Brussels and Aachen with Thalys, you can choose from these different ticket fares: Standard Mini, Standard, Comfort and Premium.

Train tickets from Brussels to Aachen: when to book to save $

Time	Price	Savings
1 week earlier	24 €
2 weeks earlier	20 €	20%
3 weeks earlier	23 €	4%
1 month before	19 €	26%
2 months earlier	19 €	26%
3 months earlier	18 €	33%

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Buying your train ticket from Brussels - Aachen 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 4% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
If you book a ticket Brussels - Aachen with 2 months in advance you save up to about 26% compared to the initial price.
By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 33%.
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Travel Tips: Trains from Brussels to Aachen

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Aachen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brussels to Aachen.

Travel by train between Brussels, Belgium and Aachen, Germany is: Unrestricted.

Is international entry into Aachen from Brussels restricted?

International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Belgium

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Brussels?

Entry Requirements:

There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Aachen, Germany?

The government of Germany has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

Physical distance required: metre (s) ( feet)
Face mask required: Mandatory

The above information was last checked on 3/22/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Aachen from Brussels closer to your date of departure here

The restriction level for your return train to Brussels, Belgium from Aachen is: Unrestricted.

Is my return train into Brussels from Aachen restricted?

International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Belgium from Aachen?

Conditions of reentry:

There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Brussels, Belgium?

The government of Belgium has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

Social distancing required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
Face mask required: Recommended

Last checked on 3/8/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Brussels from Aachen closer to your date of departure here here.

Looking to save money on your journey? Omio customers have found the cheapest train between Brussels and Aachen for the next 7 days starting from $13 (€11) one way.

The Brussels to Aachen train ticket price is on average $23 (€20) if you are looking to buy your tickets for this route in the next week.

When traveling this route you should expect the distance between Brussels and Aachen by train to be approximately 76 miles (122 km).

While the time it takes to travel 76 miles (122 km) to Aachen from Brussels can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays, the Brussels to Aachen train journey time is on average 1 h 13 min.

Some of the Brussels train stations to Aachen you can start your journey from include Bruxelles-Midi, Brussels-Nord and Bruxelles-Central. Similarly, some of the arrival train stations in Aachen include Aachen Hbf, Aachen West and Aachen-Rothe Erde.

When traveling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Bruxelles-Midi and arriving in Aachen Hbf.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bruxelles-Midi, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city center, and they get off the train at Aachen Hbf, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city center.

Take the Brussels to Aachen train with Deutsche Bahn, SNCB | IC, Thalys, SNCB or SNCB | Euronight. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route to Aachen from Brussels as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Yes, there are 6 direct trains between Brussels and Aachen per day with Deutsche Bahn or Thalys on Omio. This is worth paying attention to when you buy your train ticket as direct services tend to offer more convenience and help save you time traveling to your destination.

The average number of trains departing Brussels for Aachen is 14 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.

The earliest train for this trip departs from Brussels at 1: 55 PM. The last train leaves from Brussels at 1: 55 PM. Check Omio for the latest train schedule from Brussels to Aachen and book the best time to depart on your chosen travel date.

If you buy a train ticket from Brussels to Aachen within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average $23 (€20) one way. However, we recommend booking your train in advance to get access to the best prices. Train tickets to Aachen from Brussels are generally on sale a few months before the planned departure date.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Brussels

Aachen

Bruxelles-Midi is the most popular Brussels railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Brussels for your trip to Aachen.