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Cheap train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen

Showing times and prices for Dec 07

Cheapest

$17

Average

$17

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

09:48AM2h36

Gelsenkirchen

12:24PMAachen

$171One-way

0 transfers

Gelsenkirchen to Aachen train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, December 7

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
FlixTrain	09:48AM Gelsenkirchen	2h36	12:24PM Aachen	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen

Showing times and prices for Dec 07

Fastest Journey

2 h 36 m

Average

2 h 36 m

Trains per day

Distance

109 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Gelsenkirchen for Aachen every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

09:48AM2h36

Gelsenkirchen

12:24PMAachen

$171One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen

Trains from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€10) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

67 miles (108 km)

Average train duration

2h 31m

Cheapest ticket price

$11 (€10)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

2h 2m

First train

00:07

Last train

23:51

Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen trains

Find the best trains to Aachen from Gelsenkirchen with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain from $11 (€10). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Gelsenkirchen to Aachen train.

Gelsenkirchen to Aachen train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 2 h 24 min
Cheapest Price: $39
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 35 a day

Flixtrain GmbH is a German railway company owned by Flixmobility. FlixTrain already connects many cities in Germany with its green trains. The trains run on 100 percent renewable energy. Onboard facilities: FlixTrain trains are equipped with air conditioning, toilets, USB and sockets and have plenty of legroom. You will find free WiFi on most trains and a range of food and drinks is available. There is a standard ticket that guarantees you a seat. You can take luggage with you free of charge, provided it can be stowed in the luggage racks. Find the current FlixTrain timetable for your train from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen at Omio and easily book FlixTrain train tickets online.

FlixTrain from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 39 min
Cheapest Price: $11
FlixTrain frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen

FAQs: Travel by train from Gelsenkirchen 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 Gelsenkirchen to Aachen.

Cheap train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen can start from as little as $11 (€10) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gelsenkirchen to Aachen is $24 (€21); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Gelsenkirchen to Aachen train travel time is 2 h 2 min for the 67 mile (108 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen leaves at 12: 07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen leaves at 11: 51 PM.

There are 8 trains a day from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

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

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 51 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Gelsenkirchen Hbf, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Aachen Hbf, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Aachen from Gelsenkirchen is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 2 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen by train is March.

You have options as you can travel from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen

Gelsenkirchen

Aachen

The major train station for departures in Gelsenkirchen is Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gelsenkirchen Hbf for your trip from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen.

Gelsenkirchen Hbf Wifi