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Cathedral Treasury Aachen
Aachen Cathedral's treasury displays masterpieces of medieval goldsmithing and imperial relics. Essential for understanding the city's coronation heritage.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$36
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$72
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 52 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 52 m
Trains on Sep 18
16
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Aachen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Aachen will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
It's difficult to get from Ghent to Aachen without transferring at least once.
IC 513 · R 5016
IC 505 · R 5008
IC 522 · R 5005
IC 2804 · ICE 11
IC 2818 · ICE 319
IC 2806 · ICE 13
IC 2818 · ICE 319
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9459Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, while a train costs an average of $69.
Distance: 105 miles (169 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$69 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Ghent to Aachen:
A bus is $37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Aachen costing on average $69.
Other travel options to Aachen take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 12m.
You'll arrive about 39m sooner (2h 1m by train vs 2h 40m by car). Tickets start at around $69 compared to roughly $40 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Aachen trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7013+ 9411 | 7:46 AM Ghent-Dampoort | 2h47 | 10:33 AM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
2807+ 9411 | 8:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h52 | 10:33 AM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2808 · ICE 15 | On time 9:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h54 | 11:35 AM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
2809+ 9423 | 10:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h52 | 12:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2810 · ICE 315 | On time 11:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h54 | 1:35 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
2811+ 9435 | 12:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h52 | 2:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2812 · ICE 17 | On time 1:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h54 | 3:35 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 513 · R 5016 | On time 2:25 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h57 | 5:22 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2814 · ICE 317 | On time 3:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h54 | 5:35 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
2815+ 9459 | 4:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h52 | 6:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2816 · ICE 19 | On time 5:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h54 | 7:35 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
2817+ 9471 | 6:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h52 | 8:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2818 · ICE 319 | On time 7:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h52 | 9:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
2818+ 9477 | 7:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h00 | 9:41 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Ghent to Aachen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 but you can travel from only $10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 105 miles (169 km) distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 105 miles (169 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
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Discover the best of Aachen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Aachen trip today.
Aachen Cathedral's treasury displays masterpieces of medieval goldsmithing and imperial relics. Essential for understanding the city's coronation heritage.
Contemporary art museum with major international exhibitions in a former umbrella factory. A leading cultural venue with ambitious rotating shows.
City museum inside the old town hall presenting Aachen's history, Charlemagne, and civic life. A strong introduction to the city before further sightseeing.
Main old-town square framed by the town hall and historic façades. It is the ceremonial heart of Aachen and ideal for first impressions.
Lively square beside the cathedral and town hall with cafés nearby and constant foot traffic. A prime base for exploring central Aachen on foot.
Central square and boulevard around the famous pavilion and spring water. A classic meeting point that reflects Aachen's spa-town identity.
Aachen's famous spiced gingerbread, baked with syrup, nuts and warming spices. It is the city's best-known traditional specialty and a classic souvenir.
A hearty Rhineland beef stew marinated with vinegar and spices, then braised until tender. It is a classic festive dish in the wider Aachen region.
Mashed potatoes mixed with apple sauce, often served with black pudding or sausages. This sweet-savory Rhineland comfort food is traditional around Aachen.
Refined Michelin-starred dining known for modern tasting menus, polished service and an elegant setting. Ideal for a high-end meal in Aachen.
Established Aachen restaurant with seasonal German and European cooking, offering a more polished atmosphere than a typical tavern.
Historic traditional restaurant near the cathedral, known for Rhineland classics, local beer and a cozy old-town atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually below Munich or Frankfurt, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is common.
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Aachen Hbf -> Elisenbrunnen, Aachen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Aachen 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 Aachen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ghent to Aachen trains use the Gent St Pieters to Aachen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Aachen Schanz. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Aachen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gent St Pieters is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent St Pieters has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: De Graslei, Restaurant Patrick Foley's
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gent St Pieters. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gent St Pieters. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gent St Pieters: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gent St Pieters: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent St Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Gent Sint Pieters, Hotel Carlton, Astoria Hotel Gent.
Gent-Dampoort is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent-Dampoort 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: De Graslei, Amadeus Ghent 1
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gent-Dampoort. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gent-Dampoort. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent-Dampoort: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort, Hotel Cathedral, Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal.
Wondelgem is 4 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Wondelgem has practical services for this route, including Dining, WC, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Wondelgem.
Available at Wondelgem: WC.
Available at Wondelgem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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 Schanz is 1 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen Schanz 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: Café Liège, La Becasse, Pizzeria Mondo, Bäckerei Mannebach
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen Schanz. ATMs are available at Aachen Schanz.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen Schanz. Information desks are available at Aachen Schanz.
Luggage storage is available at Aachen Schanz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aachen Schanz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aachen Schanz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen Schanz.
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