Hamburg to Aachen train with Deutsche Bahn (RE,ICE,IC,RB,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Aachen

Showing times and prices for Jul 14

Cheapest price

$41

Average price

$98

Fastest journey

5 h 21 m

Average duration

7 h 17 m

Trains per day

Distance

411 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Hamburg to Aachen will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Aachen without transferring at least once.

FlixTrain+ FlixBus

FlixBus

02:50PM10h10

Hamburg Hbf

01:00AMAachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße

$411One-way

1 transfer

FlixTrain+ FlixBus

FlixBus

03:01PM9h59

Hamburg Harburg

01:00AMAachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße

$421One-way

1 transfer

ICE 109 · RE 26820

10:46AM5h21

Hamburg Hbf

04:07PMAachen Hbf

$1271One-way

1 transfer

ICE 519 · RE 26818

09:46AM5h21

Hamburg Hbf

03:07PMAachen Hbf

$1271One-way

1 transfer

ICE 787 · ICE 952 · RE 26420

10:01AM5h35

Hamburg Hbf

03:36PMAachen Hbf

$1511One-way

2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Aachen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €60.

Distance: 254 miles (410 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€47 Average price	€32 Average price Cheapest	€163 Average price
5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions	1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Hamburg to Aachen train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday, July 13

Last updated at 6:35 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
ICE 209 · S 19	On time 6:46 PM Hamburg Hbf	6h03	12:49 AM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 921 · RE 26800	On time 8:46 PM Hamburg Hbf	7h21	4:07 AM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
Monday, July 14
ICE 519 · RE 26818	On time 7:46 AM Hamburg Hbf	5h21	1:07 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 787 · ICE 952 · RE 26420	On time 8:01 AM Hamburg Hbf	5h35	1:36 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
ICE 109 · RE 26820	On time 8:46 AM Hamburg Hbf	5h21	2:07 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
FlixTrain+FlixBus	12:50 PM Hamburg Hbf	10h10	11:00 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße	1 transfer
FlixTrain+FlixBus	1:01 PM Hamburg Harburg	9h59	11:00 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße	1 transfer
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamburg to Aachen

Germany

Trains from Hamburg to Aachen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) 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

254 miles (410 km)

Average train duration

5h 5m

Cheapest ticket price

$25 (€20)

Trains per day

Fastest train

5h 17m

First train

00:18

Last train

23:54

Price information

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain from Hamburg to Aachen trains

Travel to Aachen from Hamburg from $19 (€15) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient journey for you.

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. 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.

Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Aachen train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 58 min
Cheapest Price: $22
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 13 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 journey at Omio and easily book FlixTrain train tickets online.

FlixTrain from Hamburg to Aachen train information:

Average Duration: 5 h 6 min
Cheapest Price: $19
FlixTrain frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Aachen

FAQs: Travel by train from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Aachen.

Cheap train tickets from Hamburg to Aachen can start from as little as $18 (€14) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Hamburg to Aachen is $58 (€46); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Aachen from Hamburg is on average 5 h for the 254 mile (410 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Hamburg to Aachen by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

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

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

There are 9 trains a day from Hamburg to Aachen which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the journey from Hamburg to Aachen you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Aachen from Hamburg on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

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

Passengers board the train most frequently from Hamburg Hbf, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 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.

The cheapest month for a train from Hamburg to Aachen is October.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Aachen including taking a train, bus or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Hamburg to Aachen

Hamburg

Aachen

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

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