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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liège to Aachen
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€16
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€41
Fastest journey on Sep 18
21 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
21 m
Trains on Sep 18
29
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liège to Aachen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liège to Aachen will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 29 trains from Liège to Aachen, including 17 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 21 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.
R 50099:19 AM1h03Liège-Guillemins10:22 AMAachen Hbf€161One-way0 transfers- R 501010:19 AM1h03Liège-Guillemins11:22 AMAachen Hbf€161One-way0 transfers
- R 50088:19 AM1h03Liège-Guillemins9:22 AMAachen Hbf€161One-way0 transfers
- R 501111:19 AM1h03Liège-Guillemins12:22 PMAachen Hbf€161One-way0 transfers
- R 50055:18 AM1h04Liège-Guillemins6:22 AMAachen Hbf€161One-way0 transfers
- ICE 139:14 AM0h21Liège-Guillemins9:35 AMAachen Hbf€261One-way0 transfers
94352:12 PM0h21Liège-Guillemins2:33 PMAachen Hbf€601One-way0 transfers- 942312:12 PM0h21Liège-Guillemins12:33 PMAachen Hbf€501One-way0 transfers
- 94596:12 PM0h21Liège-Guillemins6:33 PMAachen Hbf€701One-way0 transfers
- 94718:12 PM0h21Liège-Guillemins8:33 PMAachen Hbf€501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liège to Aachen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liège to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, while a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 40 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€17 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Liège to Aachen:
A bus is €12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liège to Aachen costing on average €17.
Other travel options to Aachen take longer:
Bus takes on average 56m.
Live departures
Liège to Aachen train times
The table below shows live departures for Liège to Aachen trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R 5006 | On time 6:18 AM Liège-Guillemins | 1h04 | 7:22 AM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 11 | On time 7:12 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0h24 | 7:36 AM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 5007 | On time 7:19 AM Liège-Guillemins | 1h03 | 8:22 AM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 5008 | On time 8:19 AM Liège-Guillemins | 1h03 | 9:22 AM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 13 | On time 9:14 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0h21 | 9:35 AM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 5009 | On time 9:19 AM Liège-Guillemins | 1h03 | 10:22 AM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
 5459+9411 | 9:58 AM Liège-Jonfosse | 0h35 | 10:33 AM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9411 | 10:12 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0h21 | 10:33 AM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 5010 | On time 10:19 AM Liège-Guillemins | 1h03 | 11:22 AM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 15 | On time 11:14 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0h21 | 11:35 AM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 5011 | On time 11:19 AM Liège-Guillemins | 1h03 | 12:22 PM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5461+9423 | 11:54 AM Liège-Palais | 0h39 | 12:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 5461+9423 | 11:58 AM Liège-Jonfosse | 0h35 | 12:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9423 | 12:12 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0h21 | 12:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 311 | On time 12:18 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0h25 | 12:43 PM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5463+9435 | 1:54 PM Liège-Palais | 0h39 | 2:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 5463+9435 | 1:58 PM Liège-Jonfosse | 0h35 | 2:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9435 | 2:12 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0h21 | 2:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5467+9459 | 5:54 PM Liège-Palais | 0h39 | 6:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 5467+9459 | 5:58 PM Liège-Jonfosse | 0h35 | 6:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9459 | 6:12 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0h21 | 6:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5469+9471 | 7:54 PM Liège-Palais | 0h39 | 8:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 5469+9471 | 7:58 PM Liège-Jonfosse | 0h35 | 8:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9471 | 8:12 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0h21 | 8:33 PM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5570+9477 | 9:00 PM Liège-Palais | 0h41 | 9:41 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 5570+9477 | 9:04 PM Liège-Jonfosse | 0h37 | 9:41 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9477 | 9:16 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0h25 | 9:41 PM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| R 5005 | On time 5:18 AM Liège-Guillemins | 1h04 | 6:22 AM Aachen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liège to Aachen
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Trains from Liège to Aachen run on average 11 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 21m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 11:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Regional, Eurostar, Intercity, Regional-Express, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCB from Liège to Aachen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Regional, Eurostar, Intercity, Regional-Express, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCB trains will get you between Liège and Aachen from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
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Intercity
Regional-Express
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FAQs: Trains from Liège to Aachen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liège 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liège to Aachen
Most Liège to Aachen trains use the Liège-Guillemins to Aachen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Aachen West. Use this guide to compare Liège and Aachen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Liège station do trains to Aachen leave from?
Getting to Liège-Guillemins from Liège city centre
Liège-Guillemins is 1 km from Liège city centre. Public transport options include:
Liège-Guillemins train station facilities and services
Liège-Guillemins has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Concordia, Brasserie Le Sauvenière
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liège-Guillemins. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Liège-Guillemins. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liège-Guillemins: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liège-Guillemins: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liège-Guillemins: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Liège Guillemins, Hotel Husa de la Couronne, Univers Hotel & Restaurant.
Getting to Liège-Palais from Liège city centre
Liège-Palais is 1 km from Liège city centre. Public transport options include:
Which Aachen station do trains from Liège arrive at?
Getting to Aachen Hbf from Aachen city centre
Aachen Hbf is 1 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen Hbf train station facilities and services
Aachen 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: McDonald's, Louisiana, Dakashi sushi, Zitalia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen Hbf. ATMs are available at Aachen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aachen Hbf. Information desks are available at Aachen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aachen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aachen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aachen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Bestprice Hotel.
Getting to Aachen West from Aachen city centre
Aachen West train station facilities and services
Aachen West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Chico Mendes, Pizzeria Pont Pascha, Vielharmonie, Polonia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen West. ATMs are available at Aachen West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aachen West. Information desks are available at Aachen West.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aachen West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aachen West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aachen West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen West.
Getting to Aachen-Rothe Erde from Aachen city centre
Aachen-Rothe Erde is 2 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen-Rothe Erde train station facilities and services
Aachen-Rothe Erde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Eiscafé am Elsassplatz, Kennedy Grill, Közde Kebap, Imbiss & Kneipe, Zeppelin Eck
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. ATMs are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. Information desks are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aachen-Rothe Erde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aachen-Rothe Erde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
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