The cheapest and fastest trains from Dusseldorf Airport to Aachen
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dusseldorf Airport to Aachen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dusseldorf Airport to Aachen will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Dusseldorf Airport to Aachen you need to make at least one change.
IC 2156 · 2641612:061h31Düsseldorf Airport station13:37Aachen Hbf£161One-way1 change
S11 · ICE 29 · S19 · 9199411:042h07Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station13:11Aachen Hbf£251One-way3 changes
S11 · ICE 27 · S19 · 919829:042h07Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station11:11Aachen Hbf£271One-way3 changes
S11 · ICE 103 · S19 · 920088:042h07Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station10:11Aachen Hbf£331One-way3 changes
ICE 103 · S19 · 92008+
744968:102h01Düsseldorf Airport station10:11Aachen Hbf£331One-way3 changes
IC 2156 · 2641612:061h31Düsseldorf Airport station13:37Aachen Hbf£161One-way1 change
89872 · 264109:021h35Düsseldorf Airport station10:37Aachen Hbf£461One-way1 change
89874 · 2641210:021h35Düsseldorf Airport station11:37Aachen Hbf£461One-way1 change
89876 · 2641411:021h35Düsseldorf Airport station12:37Aachen Hbf£461One-way1 change
S11 · 2641410:441h53Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station12:37Aachen Hbf£461One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Dusseldorf Airport to Aachen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dusseldorf Airport to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 73 km
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£29 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dusseldorf Airport to Aachen train times
The table below shows live departures for Dusseldorf Airport to Aachen trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S11 · ICE 103 · S19 · 92008 | 8:04 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 2h07 | 10:11 Aachen Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 103 · S19 · 92008+ 74496 | Delayed 6:27 8:10Düsseldorf Airport station | 2h01 | 10:11 Aachen Hbf | 3 changes | |
89872 · 26410 | 9:02 Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h35 | 10:37 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
S11 · ICE 27 · S19 · 91982 | 9:04 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 2h07 | 11:11 Aachen Hbf | 3 changes | |
10211 · 10321 | 9:13 Düsseldorf Airport station | 2h14 | 11:27 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
S11 · 20070 · 10321 | 9:24 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 2h03 | 11:27 Aachen Hbf | 2 changes | |
26810 · 20070 · 10321 | 9:32 Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h55 | 11:27 Aachen Hbf | 2 changes | |
S11 · 26412 | 9:44 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h53 | 11:37 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
89874 · 26412 | 10:02 Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h35 | 11:37 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
S11 · ICE 105 · S19 · 91990 | 10:04 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 2h07 | 12:11 Aachen Hbf | 3 changes | |
10213 · 10323 | 10:13 Düsseldorf Airport station | 2h14 | 12:27 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
S11 · 20072 · 10323 | 10:24 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 2h03 | 12:27 Aachen Hbf | 2 changes | |
26812 · 20072 · 10323 | 10:32 Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h55 | 12:27 Aachen Hbf | 2 changes | |
S11 · 26414 | 10:44 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h53 | 12:37 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
89876 · 26414 | 11:02 Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h35 | 12:37 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
S11 · ICE 29 · S19 · 91994 | 11:04 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 2h07 | 13:11 Aachen Hbf | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dusseldorf Airport to Aachen
Trains from Dusseldorf Airport to Aachen run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:24, the last at 20:24. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 6:24 |
Last train 20:24 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Dusseldorf Airport to Aachen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Dusseldorf Airport and Aachen from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Dusseldorf Airport to Aachen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dusseldorf Airport 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
Important Stations and Airports in Dusseldorf Airport and Aachen
Most Dusseldorf Airport to Aachen trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Aachen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Aachen West. Use this guide to compare Dusseldorf Airport and Aachen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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