The cheapest and fastest trains from Aachen to Liège
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aachen to Liège is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen to Liège will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 8 trains that leave Aachen for Liège on Wed, Nov 05, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 23 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.
S 41
S 41
ICE 18
9486
9414
ICE 18
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9426
9450Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Liège among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 40 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€13 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Aachen to Liège train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9414 | 6:22 AM Aachen Hbf | 0h27 | 6:49 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 18 | On time 7:20 AM Aachen Hbf | 0h23 | 7:43 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 41 | 7:37 AM Aachen Hbf | 1h04 | 8:41 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
9426 | 8:23 AM Aachen Hbf | 0h23 | 8:46 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 41 | 8:37 AM Aachen Hbf | 1h01 | 9:38 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
9450 | 12:23 PM Aachen Hbf | 0h23 | 12:46 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
9474 | 4:23 PM Aachen Hbf | 0h23 | 4:46 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
9486 | 6:23 PM Aachen Hbf | 0h23 | 6:46 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aachen to Liège
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 00:17 |
Last train 23:17 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Regional-Express, Eurostar, Arriva NL from Aachen to Liège trainsDeutsche Bahn, Regional-Express, Eurostar, Arriva NL trains will get you between Aachen and Liège from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Eurostar
Regional-Express
Arriva NL
FAQs: Trains from Aachen to Liège

When departing from Aachen, you have various train station options to start your route from including Aachen Hbf, Aachen West and Aachen-Rothe Erde station. When arriving in Liège, you can end your trip in train stations like Liège-Guillemins, Liège-Palais and Liège-Guillemins, Rue Varin (Busparkplatz).
Passengers board the train most frequently from Aachen Hbf, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Liège-Guillemins, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Aachen to Liège
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- McDonald's
- Louisiana
- Dakashi sushi
- Zitalia
- Bestprice Hotel
- Chico Mendes
- Pizzeria Pont Pascha
- Vielharmonie
- Polonia
- Eiscafé am Elsassplatz
- Kennedy Grill
- Közde Kebap
- Imbiss & Kneipe
- Zeppelin Eck
- Café Liège
- La Becasse
- Pizzeria Mondo
- Bäckerei Mannebach
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Rue des Guillemins.
- Restaurant Le Concordia
- Brasserie Le Sauvenière
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- ibis Styles Liège Guillemins
- Hotel Husa de la Couronne
- Univers Hotel & Restaurant
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-10 for trains to Great Britain, France, Germany, Netherlands, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Future tram line under construction
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