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The average train between Aachen and Essen takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 39m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Aachen to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Aachen and Essen. The earliest departure is at 12:51 AM at night, and the last departure from Aachen is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Essen at 1:50 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aachen Hbf station and arriving at Essen Hbf station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.
Aachen to Essen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Aachen Hbf station.
Aachen to Essen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Aachen and Essen is 99.6 km. The road distance is 112 km.
National Express operates a train from Aachen Hbf to Essen Hbf every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 2h. Three other operators also service this route.
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