Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

kr589

Average ticket price on Sep 19

kr741

Fastest journey on Sep 19

4 h 16 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

4 h 29 m

Trains on Sep 19

10

Distance

385 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf will cost around kr741 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr589.

Fast trains

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

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1022 · ICE 204 · 26808
    5:28 AM4h39
    Nuremberg Hbf
    10:07 AMAachen Hbf
    kr5891One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 820 · 10910
    7:00 AM4h40
    Nuremberg Hbf
    11:40 AMAachen Hbf
    kr6451One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1020 · ICE 202 · 26812
    7:28 AM4h39
    Nuremberg Hbf
    12:07 PMAachen Hbf
    kr6931One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 926 · ICE 310
    9:31 AM5h42
    Nuremberg Hbf
    3:13 PMAachen Hbf
    kr7081One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 822 · IC 2049 · 26812+Hessische Landesbahn24508
    6:00 AM6h07
    Nuremberg Hbf
    12:07 PMAachen Hbf
    kr7241One-way
    3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr306 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr306, while a flight costs an average of kr3439.

Distance: 239 miles (385 km)

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Flight
Bus
Driving

kr896

Average price

kr3439

Average price

kr306

Average price

Cheapest

kr574

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 5m

Average total duration

4h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 34m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

8h 11m

Average total duration

7h 41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 28m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Deutsche Bahn

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Lufthansa

Most popular airline

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf is a bus with an average price of kr306.

This is compared to other travel options from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf:

A bus is kr589 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf costing on average kr896.

A bus is kr3132 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf costing on average kr3439.

The fastest way to travel from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 34m.

Other travel options to Aachen Hbf take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 35m.

Bus takes on average 7h 41m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nuremberg Hbf and Aachen Hbf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around kr896 compared to roughly kr574 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr-322.04. The journey takes 4h 35m versus 4h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 728 · 4493 · IC 2047 · 26816
On time
8:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf
6h07
2:07 PM Aachen Hbf
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 728 · ICE 16
On time
8:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf
4h16
12:16 PM Aachen Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 726 · 10914
On time
9:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf
4h40
1:40 PM Aachen Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 926 · ICE 310
On time
9:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf
5h42
3:13 PM Aachen Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 926 · ICE 200 · 26816
On time
9:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf
4h36
2:07 PM Aachen Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 724 · ICE 314
On time
10:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf
4h16
2:16 PM Aachen Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 724 · 4495 · IC 2045 · 26820
On time
10:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf
6h07
4:07 PM Aachen Hbf
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 722 · 10918
On time
11:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf
4h40
3:40 PM Aachen Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 722 · 28519 · ICE 310
On time
11:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf
4h13
3:13 PM Aachen Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 228 · ICE 108 · 26820
On time
11:32 AM Nuremberg Hbf
4h35
4:07 PM Aachen Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 228 · 26822
On time
11:32 AM Nuremberg Hbf
5h35
5:07 PM Aachen Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 720 · 4497 · ICE 2012 · 26824
On time
12:00 PM Nuremberg Hbf
6h07
6:07 PM Aachen Hbf
3 transfers
Saturday, September 19
Deutsche BahnICE 1022 · ICE 204 · 26808
On time
5:28 AM Nuremberg Hbf
4h39
10:07 AM Aachen Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 822 · ICE 316
On time
6:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf
4h16
10:16 AM Aachen Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 822 · IC 2049 · 26812+Hessische Landesbahn24508
On time
6:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf
6h07
12:07 PM Aachen Hbf
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 820 · 10910
On time
7:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf
4h40
11:40 AM Aachen Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1020 · ICE 202 · 26812
On time
7:28 AM Nuremberg Hbf
4h39
12:07 PM Aachen Hbf
2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf

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Trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr509 but you can travel from only kr207 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 07:31. The fastest train covers the 239 miles (385 km) distance in 3h 42m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from kr207
Distance
239 miles (385 km)
Average train duration
4h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
kr509
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
3h 42m
First train
6:00 AM
Last train
7:31 AM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from kr207

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Nuremberg Hbf and Aachen Hbf from kr207. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
3h 42m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
kr509
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at kr509, while the average price is around kr896.
The train from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf takes 3h 42m and runs 7 per day.
The first train from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf leaves at 6:00 AM.
The distance by train from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf is 239 miles (385 km).
The last train from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf leaves at 7:31 AM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf is by bus, with a cost of around kr207.
The train journey from Nürnberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf offers a mix of scenic views, including rolling hills, picturesque villages, and stretches of the Rhine Valley, providing a pleasant visual experience for travelers.
A day trip from Nürnberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 42m and is 239 miles (385 km) apart. Trains run frequently with 10 trips per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf.
Since both Nuremberg Hbf and Aachen Hbf are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Aachen Hbf include Brussels, Liège, Düsseldorf, Cologne, Maastricht.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf

Most Nuremberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Aachen Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg Hbf and Aachen Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Nuremberg
Arrival train stations in Aachen
Nürnberg HbfBahnhofsplatz 9, 90443 Nuremberg, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Nürnberg Hbf from Nuremberg city centre

Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN12, N11 · 11m · kr24
SubwayU1 · 2m · kr24 · every ~24 min

Nürnberg Hbf train station facilities and services

Nürnberg 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 and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.

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