Aachen to Rotterdam train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,ICE,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Aachen to Rotterdam

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 01 Nov
Cheapest price on 01 Nov
£30
Average ticket price on 01 Nov
£32
Fastest journey on 01 Nov
2 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 01 Nov
3 h 2 m
Trains on 01 Nov
103
Distance
169 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Aachen to Rotterdam will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.

Fast trains

To travel from Aachen to Rotterdam you need to make at least one change.

  • Arriva NSST 32025+NS DomesticIC 3938 · IC 3138 · SPR 6639
    4 changes
  • Arriva NSST 32019+NS DomesticIC 13932 · IC 2032 · SPR 4039
    3 changes
  • Arriva NSST 32019+NS DomesticIC 13932 · IC 2832
    2 changes
  • Arriva NSST 32025+NS DomesticIC 3938 · IC 3540 · IC 2038
    4 changes
  • Arriva NSST 32021+NS DomesticIC 3934 · IC 3536 · IC 3629
    4 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Aachen to Rotterdam

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Trains from Aachen to Rotterdam run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 2h 19m.

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
Coach from £12
Distance
169 km
Average train duration
2h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 19m
First train
0:21
Last train
22:30
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
14 days
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
Coach from £12

Frequently asked questions about your Aachen to Rotterdam trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Aachen to Rotterdam.

The cost of a train ticket from Aachen to Rotterdam can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £35, while the average price tends to be around £41.
The train journey from Aachen to Rotterdam covers a distance of 169 km and takes approximately 2h 19m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Aachen to Rotterdam is 169 km.
The first train from Aachen to Rotterdam leaves at 0:21.
The last train from Aachen to Rotterdam departs at 22:30.
Trains from Aachen to Rotterdam run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Aachen to Rotterdam.

Live departures

Aachen to Rotterdam train times

The table below shows live departures for Aachen to Rotterdam trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SNCB529+Eurostar93056:17 Welkenraedt station
3h15
9:32 Rotterdam Centraal1 change
SNCB529+Eurostar93056:30 Verviers-Central
3h02
9:32 Rotterdam Centraal1 change
Arriva NSST 32017+NS DomesticIC 3930 · IC 3130 · IC 36258:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
11:07 Rotterdam Centraal4 changes
Arriva NSST 32017+NS DomesticIC 3930 · IC 3130 · IC 28308:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
11:10 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Arriva NSST 32017+NS DomesticIC 3930 · SPR 6631 · IC 7035438:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
11:20 Rotterdam Blaak4 changes
Arriva NSST 32017+NS DomesticIC 3930 · IC 3130 · SPR 40378:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
11:28 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
Arriva NSST 32019+NS DomesticIC 13932 · IC 2032 · SPR 40398:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
11:58 Rotterdam Noord3 changes
Arriva NSST 32019+NS DomesticIC 13932 · IC 28328:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
11:40 Rotterdam Centraal2 changes
Arriva NSST 32019+NS DomesticICD 1843 · IC 3627 · IC 139328:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
11:37 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Arriva NSST 32019+NS DomesticSPR 6633 · IC 13932 · IC 7035458:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
11:50 Rotterdam Blaak3 changes
Arriva NSST 32021+NS DomesticIC 3629 · IC 3536 · ICD 18459:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
12:07 Rotterdam Centraal4 changes
Arriva NSST 32021+NS DomesticIC 3934 · IC 3536 · SPR 40419:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
12:28 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
Arriva NSST 32021+NS DomesticIC 3934 · IC 3134 · SPR 66359:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
12:20 Rotterdam Blaak4 changes
Arriva NSST 32021+NS DomesticIC 3934 · IC 3134 · IC 28349:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
12:10 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Arriva NSST 32023+NS DomesticIC 3549 · IC 13936 · SPR 66379:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
12:50 Rotterdam Blaak3 changes
Arriva NSST 32023+NS DomesticIC 13936 · IC 2836 · SPR 40439:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
12:58 Rotterdam Noord3 changes
Arriva NSST 32023+NS DomesticIC 13936 · IC 3631 · ICD 18479:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
12:37 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Arriva NSST 32023+NS DomesticIC 13936 · IC 28369:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
12:40 Rotterdam Centraal2 changes
Arriva NSST 32025+NS DomesticIC 3551 · IC 3938 · IC 313810:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
13:20 Rotterdam Blaak4 changes
Arriva NSST 32025+NS DomesticIC 2038 · IC 3540 · IC 393810:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
13:28 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
Arriva NSST 32025+NS DomesticIC 3938 · IC 3138 · IC 283810:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
13:10 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Arriva NSST 32025+NS DomesticIC 3938 · IC 3540 · IC 363310:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
13:07 Rotterdam Centraal4 changes
Arriva NSST 32027+NS DomesticIC 13940 · IC 2840 · SPR 404710:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
13:58 Rotterdam Noord3 changes
Arriva NSST 32027+NS DomesticIC 13940 · SPR 6641 · IC 355310:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
13:50 Rotterdam Blaak3 changes
Arriva NSST 32027+NS DomesticIC 13940 · IC 3635 · ICD 185110:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
13:37 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Arriva NSST 32027+NS DomesticIC 13940 · IC 284010:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
13:40 Rotterdam Centraal2 changes
Arriva NSST 32029+NS DomesticIC 3942 · IC 3544 · IC 363711:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
14:07 Rotterdam Centraal4 changes
Arriva NSST 32029+NS DomesticIC 3555 · IC 3942 · SPR 664311:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
14:20 Rotterdam Blaak4 changes
Arriva NSST 32029+NS DomesticIC 3942 · IC 354411:01 Kerkrade Centrum
4h09
15:10 Rotterdam Blaak2 changes
Arriva NSST 32029+NS DomesticIC 3942 · IC 3544 · IC 204211:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
14:28 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
Arriva NSST 32029+NS DomesticIC 3942 · IC 3142 · IC 284211:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
14:10 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
SNCB534+Eurostar993711:17 Welkenraedt station
3h15
14:32 Rotterdam Centraal1 change
SNCB534+Eurostar993711:30 Verviers-Central
3h02
14:32 Rotterdam Centraal1 change
Arriva NSST 32031+NS DomesticIC 13944 · SPR 6645 · IC 355711:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
14:50 Rotterdam Blaak3 changes
Arriva NSST 32031+NS DomesticIC 13944 · IC 2844 · SPR 405111:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
14:58 Rotterdam Noord3 changes
Arriva NSST 32031+NS DomesticIC 13944 · IC 284411:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
14:40 Rotterdam Centraal2 changes
Arriva NSST 32031+NS DomesticIC 13944 · IC 3639 · ICD 185511:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
14:37 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Arriva NSST 32033+NS DomesticIC 3946 · IC 3548 · IC 364112:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
15:07 Rotterdam Centraal4 changes
Arriva NSST 32033+NS DomesticIC 3946 · IC 3548 · IC 204612:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
15:28 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
Arriva NSST 32033+NS DomesticIC 3946 · IC 354812:01 Kerkrade Centrum
4h09
16:10 Rotterdam Blaak2 changes
Arriva NSST 32033+NS DomesticIC 3946 · IC 3146 · SPR 664712:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
15:20 Rotterdam Blaak4 changes
Arriva NSST 32033+NS DomesticIC 3946 · IC 3146 · IC 284612:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
15:10 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Arriva NSST 32035+NS DomesticIC 13948 · IC 284812:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
15:40 Rotterdam Centraal2 changes
Arriva NSST 32035+NS DomesticIC 13948 · SPR 6649 · IC 356112:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
15:50 Rotterdam Blaak3 changes
Arriva NSST 32035+NS DomesticIC 13948 · IC 3643 · ICD 185912:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
15:37 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Arriva NSST 32035+NS DomesticIC 13948 · SPR 4055 · IC 204812:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
15:58 Rotterdam Noord3 changes
Arriva NSST 32037+NS DomesticIC 3950 · IC 3552 · IC 205013:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
16:28 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
Arriva NSST 32037+NS DomesticIC 3950 · IC 355213:01 Kerkrade Centrum
4h09
17:10 Rotterdam Blaak2 changes
Arriva NSST 32037+NS DomesticIC 3950 · IC 3150 · SPR 665113:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
16:20 Rotterdam Blaak4 changes
Arriva NSST 32037+NS DomesticIC 3950 · IC 3150 · IC 285013:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
16:10 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Arriva NSST 32037+NS DomesticIC 3950 · IC 3552 · IC 364513:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
16:07 Rotterdam Centraal4 changes
Arriva NSST 32039+NS DomesticIC 13952 · IC 3647 · ICD 186313:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
16:37 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Arriva NSST 32039+NS DomesticIC 13952 · IC 285213:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
16:40 Rotterdam Centraal2 changes
Arriva NSST 32039+NS DomesticIC 13952 · IC 2852 · SPR 405913:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
16:58 Rotterdam Noord3 changes
Arriva NSST 32039+NS DomesticIC 13952 · SPR 6653 · IC 356513:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
16:50 Rotterdam Blaak3 changes
Arriva NSST 32041+NS DomesticIC 3954 · IC 3154 · IC 285414:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
17:10 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Arriva NSST 32041+NS DomesticIC 3954 · IC 3556 · IC 364914:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
17:07 Rotterdam Centraal4 changes
Arriva NSST 32041+NS DomesticIC 3954 · IC 3556 · IC 205414:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
17:28 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
Arriva NSST 32041+NS DomesticIC 3954 · IC 355614:01 Kerkrade Centrum
4h09
18:10 Rotterdam Blaak2 changes
Arriva NSST 32041+NS DomesticIC 3954 · IC 3154 · SPR 665514:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
17:20 Rotterdam Blaak4 changes
Arriva NSST 32043+NS DomesticIC 13956 · IC 285614:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
17:40 Rotterdam Centraal2 changes
Arriva NSST 32043+NS DomesticIC 13956 · IC 3651 · ICD 186714:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
17:37 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Arriva NSST 32043+NS DomesticIC 13956 · IC 2856 · SPR 406314:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
17:58 Rotterdam Noord3 changes
Arriva NSST 32043+NS DomesticIC 13956 · SPR 6657 · IC 356914:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
17:50 Rotterdam Blaak3 changes
Arriva NSST 32045+NS DomesticIC 3958 · IC 3158 · SPR 665915:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
18:20 Rotterdam Blaak4 changes
Arriva NSST 32045+NS DomesticIC 3958 · IC 3158 · IC 285815:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
18:10 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Arriva NSST 32045+NS DomesticIC 3958 · IC 3560 · IC 365315:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
18:07 Rotterdam Centraal4 changes
Arriva NSST 32045+NS DomesticIC 3958 · IC 3560 · IC 205815:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
18:28 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
Arriva NSST 32045+NS DomesticIC 3958 · IC 356015:01 Kerkrade Centrum
4h09
19:10 Rotterdam Blaak2 changes
Arriva NSST 32047+NS DomesticIC 13960 · IC 3655 · ICD 187115:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
18:37 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Arriva NSST 32047+NS DomesticIC 13960 · IC 286015:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
18:40 Rotterdam Centraal2 changes
Arriva NSST 32047+NS DomesticIC 13960 · IC 2860 · SPR 406715:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
18:58 Rotterdam Noord3 changes
Arriva NSST 32047+NS DomesticIC 13960 · SPR 6661 · IC 357315:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
18:50 Rotterdam Blaak3 changes
Arriva NSST 32049+NS DomesticIC 3962 · IC 3162 · SPR 666316:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
19:20 Rotterdam Blaak4 changes
Arriva NSST 32049+NS DomesticIC 3962 · IC 3162 · IC 286216:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h09
19:10 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Arriva NSST 32049+NS DomesticIC 3962 · IC 3564 · IC 365716:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h06
19:07 Rotterdam Centraal4 changes
Arriva NSST 32049+NS DomesticIC 3962 · IC 3564 · SPR 406916:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
19:28 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
Arriva NSST 32049+NS DomesticIC 3962 · IC 356416:01 Kerkrade Centrum
4h09
20:10 Rotterdam Blaak2 changes
Arriva NSST 32051+NS DomesticIC 13964 · SPR 6665 · IC 357716:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
19:50 Rotterdam Blaak3 changes
Arriva NSST 32051+NS DomesticIC 2864 · SPR 4071 · IC 1396416:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
19:58 Rotterdam Noord3 changes
Arriva NSST 32053+NS DomesticIC 3966 · IC 3166 · SPR 666717:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
20:20 Rotterdam Blaak4 changes
Arriva NSST 32053+NS DomesticIC 3966 · IC 356817:01 Kerkrade Centrum
4h09
21:10 Rotterdam Blaak2 changes
Arriva NSST 32053+NS DomesticIC 3966 · IC 3568 · IC 206617:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
20:28 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
Arriva NSST 32055+NS DomesticIC 13968 · SPR 6669 · IC 70358117:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
20:50 Rotterdam Blaak3 changes
Arriva NSST 32055+NS DomesticIC 13968 · IC 2868 · SPR 407517:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
20:58 Rotterdam Noord3 changes
Arriva NSST 32057+NS DomesticIC 3172 · SPR 6673 · IC 70358518:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h49
21:50 Rotterdam Blaak3 changes
Arriva NSST 32057+NS DomesticIC 3970 · IC 3170 · SPR 667118:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h19
21:20 Rotterdam Blaak4 changes
Arriva NSST 32057+NS DomesticIC 3172 · IC 2872 · SPR 407918:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h57
21:58 Rotterdam Noord3 changes
Arriva NSST 32057+NS DomesticIC 3970 · IC 3170 · IC 287018:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
21:28 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
SNCB541+Eurostar997718:25 Welkenraedt station
3h07
21:32 Rotterdam Centraal1 change
Arriva NSST 32059+NS DomesticIC 3174 · IC 2874 · SPR 408118:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h57
22:28 Rotterdam Noord3 changes
Arriva NSST 32059+NS DomesticIC 3972 · IC 3172 · IC 287218:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
21:58 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
SNCB541+Eurostar997718:38 Verviers-Central
2h54
21:32 Rotterdam Centraal1 change
Arriva NSST 32061+NS DomesticIC 3974 · IC 3174 · IC 287419:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
22:28 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
Arriva NSST 32061+NS DomesticSPR 4083 · IC 2876 · IC 317619:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h57
22:58 Rotterdam Noord3 changes
Arriva NSST 32063+NS DomesticIC 3178 · IC 2878 · SPR 408519:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h57
23:28 Rotterdam Noord3 changes
Arriva NSST 32063+NS DomesticIC 3976 · IC 3176 · IC 287619:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
22:58 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
Arriva NSST 32065+NS DomesticIC 3180 · IC 2880 · SPR 408720:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h57
23:58 Rotterdam Noord3 changes
Arriva NSST 32065 · ST 32572+NS DomesticIC 3178 · IC 287820:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
23:28 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
Arriva NSST 32067+NS DomesticIC 3182 · IC 2882 · SPR 408920:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h57
0:28 Rotterdam Noord3 changes
Arriva NSST 32067+NS DomesticIC 3980 · IC 3180 · IC 288020:31 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
23:58 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
Arriva NSST 32069 · ST 32576+NS DomesticIC 3182 · IC 288221:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h27
0:28 Rotterdam Noord4 changes
Arriva NSST 32069+NS DomesticIC 3184 · IC 2884 · SPR 18409121:01 Kerkrade Centrum
3h57
0:58 Rotterdam Noord3 changes

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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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£35
Deutsche Bahn frequency
4 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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Aachen and Rotterdam

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Yes, there is a night train from Aachen to Rotterdam.

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Things to do in Rotterdam

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  • Must visit

Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen

Major museum with Dutch and European art from the Middle Ages to today. Visit for paintings, design and changing exhibitions in a landmark building.

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Kunsthal Rotterdam

Contemporary art museum in the Museumpark, known for bold installations, photography and fashion exhibitions in a striking silver building.

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  • Recommended

Nederlands Fotomuseum

Museum on Dutch and international photography in former warehouse buildings on Wilhelminapier. Expect strong documentary and art photography shows.

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Euro (€)

Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are not cheap, but public transport is efficient and budget eats are easy to find.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or casual lunch.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change for cafés is appreciated.

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The train journey from Aachen to Rotterdam offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through the scenic Dutch countryside and picturesque towns, particularly around the Maas and Waal rivers, providing pleasant views along the route.

FAQs: Aachen to Rotterdam train

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

FAQs
Booking trains from Aachen to Rotterdam in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Aachen to Rotterdam.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Aachen and Rotterdam

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

Departure train stations in Aachen
Arrival train stations in Rotterdam

Which Aachen station do trains to Rotterdam leave from?

Trains from Aachen to Rotterdam leave from Aachen Hbf. The station is 1 km from Aachen city centre at Aachen Hbf, Bahnhofstr, 2a, 52064 Aachen.
Aachen HbfAachen Hbf, Bahnhofstr, 2a, 52064 AachenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Aachen Hbf from Aachen city centre

Aachen Hbf is 1 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe, Rb · 4m · £1 · every ~2 min
Bus14, 51, 11, 21, Sb63, 31, V, 14E, 11V, E, 31E, N5, 11E · 6m · £2 · every ~24 min
Rb33, Rb20 · 11m · £3 · every ~5 min
31E, V, Sb63, N5, E, 54Alt, 54, 51, 34V, 34, 31, 21, 14E, 14, 11V, 11 · 14m · £2 · every ~28 min

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.

More about Aachen Hbf
Aachen-Rothe ErdeAachen-Rothe Erde, Beverstr. 48, 52066 AachenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Aachen-Rothe Erde from Aachen city centre

Aachen-Rothe Erde is 2 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb20 · 9m · £1 · every ~6 min
Re · 11m
Bus66E, 45E, 15E, X35, Sb66, 66, 45V, N60, N1, E, 65, 55, 5, 45, 35, 25, 15 · 6m · £3 · every ~21 min
73, 45, 25, 5, 35, 55, 65, X25, X73, 15, 45E, 15E, X35, E, 45V, N1, N60 · 8m · £3 · every ~21 min
45, 25, 5, 35, 55, 65, 15, X35, E, 45V, N1, N60 · 13m · £3 · every ~17 min
Rb20 · 17m · £4

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.

Aachen SchanzAachen Schanz, Vaalserstraße 15, 52064 AachenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Aachen Schanz from Aachen city centre

Aachen Schanz is 1 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:

BusV, 4 · 4m · £3 · every ~7 min

Aachen Schanz train station facilities and services

Aachen Schanz 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: Café Liège, La Becasse, Pizzeria Mondo, Bäckerei Mannebach

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Aachen Schanz. ATMs are available at Aachen Schanz.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Aachen Schanz. Information desks are available at Aachen Schanz.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Aachen Schanz. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Aachen Schanz: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Aachen Schanz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen Schanz.

Train stations for Aachen to Rotterdam

Check train stations information for Aachen and Rotterdam, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Aachen that goes to Rotterdam is Aachen Hbf, and it arrives at Rotterdam Centraal.

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