The average train between Aachen and Trier takes 4h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Aachen to Trier. 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 hourly between Aachen and Trier. The earliest departure is at 2:36 AM at night, and the last departure from Aachen is at 9:44 PM which arrives into Trier at 7:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 4h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Aachen to Trier? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Trier. However, there are services departing from Aachen station and arriving at Trier station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.
Aachen to Trier train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Aachen, Hbf station.
Aachen to Trier train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Aachen to Trier train tickets online with Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Aachen and Trier is 119.9 km. The road distance is 270 km.
You can take a train from Aachen, Hbf to Trier, Hauptbahnhof via Köln Hbf and Koblenz Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 35m.