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Treasury of Aachen Cathedral
Important ecclesiastical treasury displaying medieval reliquaries, liturgical objects and masterpieces tied to imperial Aachen.
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
5 h 29 m
Average duration
5 h 41 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
411 km
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 $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Aachen without transferring at least once.
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ICE 201 · 26824
ICE 519 · 26818
ICE 615 · ICE 1544
ICE 613 · 26826
ICE 201 · 26824
ICE 203 · 26828
ICE 519 · 26818Omio 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 $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. 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 $30, and a flight costs an average of $84.
Distance: 255 miles (411 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$85 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $239 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg 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 Hamburg to Aachen:
A bus is $35 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Aachen costing on average $85 (€68).
A bus is $189 (€153) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Aachen costing on average $239 (€193).
Other travel options to Aachen take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 58m.
Bus takes on average 7h 15m.
The journey is about 39m faster (4h 58m by train vs 5h 37m by car) and roughly $2 (€1) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($85 (€68) vs $86 (€70)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Aachen trains for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 519 · 26818 | On time 9:23 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h44 | 3:07 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 109 · 26820 | On time 10:23 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h44 | 4:07 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 611 · 26854 | On time 11:23 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h28 | 4:51 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 201 · 26856 | On time 12:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h32 | 5:55 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Aachen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 255 miles (411 km) distance in 4h 47m.
Distance 255 miles (411 km) |
Average train duration 4h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 47m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Important ecclesiastical treasury displaying medieval reliquaries, liturgical objects and masterpieces tied to imperial Aachen.
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Old town market square in front of the town hall, lively and photogenic, especially during festivals and Christmas season.
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Moderate by German standards. Student demand keeps budget eats available, while hotels and central dining cost more during busy periods.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis; in restaurants, 5-10% is typical for good service. Tip in cash or state the total before payment.
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