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Treasury of Aachen Cathedral
Important ecclesiastical treasury displaying medieval reliquaries, liturgical objects and masterpieces tied to imperial Aachen.
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$140
Fastest journey
9 h 43 m
Average duration
10 h 10 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
595 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Aachen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Aachen will cost around $140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 8 trains that leave Prague for Aachen on Thu, Jun 04, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 595 km distance in an average of 10 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 43 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest trains will take 10 h 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a train costs an average of $59.
Distance: 369 miles (595 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$134 Average price | $65 Average price Cheapest | $108 Average price | $157 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration 9h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Prague to Aachen:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Aachen costing on average $108 (€87).
A bus is $69 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Aachen costing on average $134 (€108).
Other travel options to Aachen take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 45m.
Bus takes on average 9h 52m.
Tickets start at around $134 (€108) compared to roughly $157 (€127) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23 (€19). The journey takes 9h 45m versus 7h 19m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Prague 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:31 AM Prague | 10h39 | 5:10 PM Aachen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:31 AM Prague | 10h39 | 6:10 PM Aachen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:31 AM Prague | 11h06 | 7:37 PM Aachen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:31 AM Prague | 9h45 | 7:16 PM Aachen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:41 PM Prague | 10h26 | 12:07 AM Aachen | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Prague to Aachen run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€47) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 369 miles (595 km) distance in 9h 43m.
Distance 369 miles (595 km) |
Average train duration 9h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€47) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 9h 43m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Important ecclesiastical treasury displaying medieval reliquaries, liturgical objects and masterpieces tied to imperial Aachen.
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Major contemporary art museum in a former factory, known for international postwar and contemporary works and ambitious temporary shows.
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The compact old town with narrow streets, historic facades and major sights within easy walking distance.
Old town market square in front of the town hall, lively and photogenic, especially during festivals and Christmas season.
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A local liqueur inspired by the flavors of Aachener Printen, combining sweet spice notes into a regional digestif or after-dinner drink.
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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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