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The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam to Aachen

Showing times and prices for Jul 30

Cheapest price

€40

Average price

€41

Fastest journey

2 h 57 m

Average duration

2 h 57 m

Trains per day

Distance

196 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Amsterdam to Aachen will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Amsterdam to Aachen without transferring at least 2 times.

IC 2917 · IC 3917 · 18917
5:39 AM3h03
Amsterdam Centraal
8:42 AMAachen Hbf
€401One-way
2 transfers
IC 3119 · IC 2919 · IC 3919 · 18919
6:11 AM3h01
Amsterdam Zuid
9:12 AMAachen Hbf
€401One-way
3 transfers
IC 2919 · IC 3919 · 18919
6:09 AM3h03
Amsterdam Centraal
9:12 AMAachen Hbf
€401One-way
2 transfers
IC 2921 · IC 3921 · 18921
6:40 AM3h02
Amsterdam Centraal
9:42 AMAachen Hbf
€401One-way
2 transfers
IC 3121 · IC 2921 · IC 3921 · 18921
6:41 AM3h01
Amsterdam Zuid
9:42 AMAachen Hbf
€401One-way
3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Aachen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €196.

Distance: 196 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€51 Average price	€21 Average price Cheapest	€406 Average price
3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 10m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions	0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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

Live departures

Amsterdam to Aachen train times

The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Aachen trains for today, Wednesday, July 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
IC 3929 · 18929	8:44 AM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	11:42 AM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3129 · IC 3929 · 18929	8:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	11:42 AM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3931 · 18931	9:14 AM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	12:12 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3131 · IC 3931 · 18931	9:15 AM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	12:12 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3933 · 18933	9:44 AM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	12:42 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3133 · IC 3933 · 18933	9:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	12:42 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3935 · 18935	10:14 AM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	1:12 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3135 · IC 3935 · 18935	10:15 AM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	1:12 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3937 · 18937	10:44 AM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	1:42 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3137 · IC 3937 · 18937	10:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	1:42 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3939 · 18939	11:14 AM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	2:12 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3139 · IC 3939 · 18939	11:15 AM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	2:12 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3941 · 18941	11:44 AM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	2:42 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3141 · IC 3941 · 18941	11:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	2:42 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3943 · 18943	12:14 PM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	3:12 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3143 · IC 3943 · 18943	12:15 PM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	3:12 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3945 · 18945	12:44 PM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	3:42 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3145 · IC 3945 · 18945	12:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	3:42 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3947 · 18947	1:14 PM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	4:12 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3147 · IC 3947 · 18947	1:15 PM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	4:12 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3949 · 18949	1:44 PM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	4:42 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3149 · IC 3949 · 18949	1:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	4:42 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3951 · 18951	2:14 PM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	5:12 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3151 · IC 3951 · 18951	2:15 PM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	5:12 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3953 · 18953	2:45 PM Amsterdam Centraal	2h57	5:42 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3955 · 18955	3:14 PM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	6:12 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3155 · IC 3955 · 18955	3:15 PM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	6:12 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3957 · 18957	3:44 PM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	6:42 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3157 · IC 3957 · 18957	3:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	6:42 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3959 · 18959	4:14 PM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	7:12 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3159 · IC 3959 · 18959	4:15 PM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	7:12 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3961 · 18961	4:45 PM Amsterdam Centraal	2h57	7:42 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3561 · 20093 · 26430	4:56 PM Amsterdam Zuid	3h41	8:37 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3965 · 18965	5:44 PM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	8:42 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3165 · IC 3965 · 18965	5:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	8:42 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3565 · 20095 · 26432	5:56 PM Amsterdam Zuid	3h41	9:37 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3969 · 18969	6:45 PM Amsterdam Centraal	2h57	9:42 PM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3569 · 20097 · 26434	6:56 PM Amsterdam Zuid	3h41	10:37 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 2973 · 32581 · 18973	7:39 PM Amsterdam Centraal	3h03	10:42 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3173 · IC 2973 · 32581 · 18973	7:41 PM Amsterdam Zuid	3h01	10:42 PM Aachen Hbf	3 transfers
IC 3573 · 20099 · 26436	7:56 PM Amsterdam Zuid	3h41	11:37 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 60403 · 10936	8:15 PM Amsterdam Centraal	4h25	12:40 AM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 2977 · 32585 · 18977	8:39 PM Amsterdam Centraal	3h03	11:42 PM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3177 · IC 2977 · 32585 · 18977	8:41 PM Amsterdam Zuid	3h01	11:42 PM Aachen Hbf	3 transfers
IC 2981 · 32589 · 18981	9:39 PM Amsterdam Centraal	3h03	12:42 AM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3181 · IC 2981 · 32589 · 18981	9:41 PM Amsterdam Zuid	3h01	12:42 AM Aachen Hbf	3 transfers
IC 2985 · 32593 · 18909	10:39 PM Amsterdam Centraal	8h03	6:42 AM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3585 · 20065 · 26402	10:56 PM Amsterdam Zuid	7h41	6:37 AM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
Thursday, July 30
IC 2917 · IC 3917 · 18917	5:39 AM Amsterdam Centraal	3h03	8:42 AM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 2919 · IC 3919 · 18919	6:09 AM Amsterdam Centraal	3h03	9:12 AM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3119 · IC 2919 · IC 3919 · 18919	6:11 AM Amsterdam Zuid	3h01	9:12 AM Aachen Hbf	3 transfers
ICE 121 · ICE 316	On time 6:38 AM Amsterdam Centraal	3h23	10:01 AM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 2921 · IC 3921 · 18921	6:40 AM Amsterdam Centraal	3h02	9:42 AM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3121 · IC 2921 · IC 3921 · 18921	6:41 AM Amsterdam Zuid	3h01	9:42 AM Aachen Hbf	3 transfers
IC 3923 · 18923	7:14 AM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	10:12 AM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3123 · IC 3923 · 18923	7:15 AM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	10:12 AM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3925 · 18925	7:44 AM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	10:42 AM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3125 · IC 3925 · 18925	7:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	10:42 AM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3927 · 18927	8:14 AM Amsterdam Centraal	2h58	11:12 AM Aachen Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3127 · IC 3927 · 18927	8:15 AM Amsterdam Zuid	2h57	11:12 AM Aachen Hbf	2 transfers

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Why should you book Amsterdam to Aachen trains with Omio?

Deutsche Bahn as well as Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) offer trains services from Amsterdam to Aachen.

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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Amsterdam to Aachen.
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Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Amsterdam to Aachen.

Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?

Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Amsterdam to Aachen.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Amsterdam to Aachen?

The best time to book your train from Amsterdam to Aachen is 6 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Amsterdam to Aachen route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Amsterdam to Aachen per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Amsterdam to Aachen.

Trains

from €30

Buses

from €10

Flights

from €165

Journey information

Overview: Train from Amsterdam to Aachen

Netherlands

Germany

Trains from Amsterdam to Aachen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 196 km distance in 2h 57m.

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 €10

Distance

196 km

Average train duration

3h 1m

Cheapest ticket price

€37

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 57m

First train

12:17 AM

Last train

11:17 PM

Cheapest Month

May

Cheapest Day

Fri

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Thu

Least Busy Day

Tue

Best time to book

84 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €10

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Amsterdam to Aachen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Amsterdam and Aachen from €10. 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 Duration

2h 57m

Cheapest Price

€37

Deutsche Bahn frequency

6 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

Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

2h 52m

Cheapest Price

€96

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency

16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Amsterdam to Aachen

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

Cheap train tickets from Amsterdam to Aachen can start from as little as €37 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Amsterdam to Aachen is €51; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Amsterdam to Aachen is 2h 57m to travel the 196 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Amsterdam to Aachen leaves at 12:17 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Amsterdam to Aachen leaves at 11:17 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Amsterdam to Aachen which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Amsterdam to Aachen, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) for the best way to get you to Aachen. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Amsterdam and Aachen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A trip to Aachen from Amsterdam is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 57m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Amsterdam to Aachen is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Aachen including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Amsterdam to Aachen

Most Amsterdam to Aachen trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Aachen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Aachen West. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Aachen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Amsterdam

Arrival train stations in Aachen

Which Amsterdam station do trains to Aachen leave from?

Trains from Amsterdam to Aachen leave from Amsterdam Centraal. The station is 1 km from Amsterdam city centre at Stationsplein, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Amsterdam CentraalStationsplein, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre

BusN87, N85, N88 · 6m · €1 · every ~2 min

Tram17, 2, 24 · 4m · €1 · every ~48 min

Subway52 · 1m · €1 · every ~28 min

Amsterdam Centraal train station facilities and services

Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.

More about Amsterdam Centraal

Amsterdam ZuidParnassusweg 819, 1082 LZ Amsterdam, Netherlands+31 20 624 1111 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Amsterdam Zuid from Amsterdam city centre

Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:

Tram5 · 18m · €2 · every ~12 min

Subway52 · 8m · €2 · every ~28 min

Amsterdam Zuid train station facilities and services

Amsterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.