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Domschatzkammer Aachen
The cathedral treasury displays reliquaries, liturgical objects and medieval works tied closely to Aachen’s religious history.
Cheapest price on 25 Oct
£27
Average ticket price on 25 Oct
£54
Fastest journey on 25 Oct
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 25 Oct
2 h 20 m
Trains on 25 Oct
18
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Aachen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Aachen will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
To travel from Ghent to Aachen you need to make at least one change.
IC 507 · R 5010
IC 505 · R 5008
IC 522 · R 5005
IC 518 · R 5021
IC 504 · ICE 11
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9447
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9471
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9435
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9423Trains from Ghent to Aachen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 169 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 0:17 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Ghent to Aachen.
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Aachen trains for today, Saturday 24 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 505 · R 5008 | On time 6:03 Ghent St Pieters | 3h19 | 9:22 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3605 · ICE 13 | On time 7:13 Ghent St Pieters | 2h22 | 9:35 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
3606+ 9411 | 8:13 Ghent St Pieters | 2h20 | 10:33 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3607 · ICE 15 | On time 9:13 Ghent St Pieters | 2h22 | 11:35 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
3608+ 9423 | 10:13 Ghent St Pieters | 2h20 | 12:33 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3609 · ICE 315 | On time 11:13 Ghent St Pieters | 2h22 | 13:35 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 511 · R 5014 | On time 12:03 Ghent St Pieters | 3h19 | 15:22 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
3610+ 9435 | 12:13 Ghent St Pieters | 2h20 | 14:33 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3611 · ICE 17 | On time 13:13 Ghent St Pieters | 2h22 | 15:35 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
3612+ 9447 | 14:13 Ghent St Pieters | 2h20 | 16:33 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3613 · ICE 317 | On time 15:13 Ghent St Pieters | 2h22 | 17:35 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
3614+ 9459 | 16:13 Ghent St Pieters | 2h20 | 18:33 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
3616+ 9471 | 18:13 Ghent St Pieters | 2h20 | 20:33 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
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The cathedral treasury displays reliquaries, liturgical objects and medieval works tied closely to Aachen’s religious history.
A major art museum in a landmark building, known for modern and contemporary collections and changing exhibitions.
An art museum in a former monastery, presenting European painting, sculpture and applied art from several centuries.
The central square in front of the town hall, lined with historic facades and often lively with markets and city events.
A pleasant old-town square with a fountain and terraces nearby, ideal for a quieter pause close to major sights.
A wooded hill and park area with walking paths and city views, popular for a break from the busy centre.
A dense spiced biscuit sweetened with syrup, baked from an old monastic recipe. It is Aachen’s signature speciality and especially associated with Christmas markets.
A rye bread roll from the Aachen area, dark and slightly sweet from syrup. It is a long-standing local bakery staple, often eaten with savoury toppings.
A warm dish of mashed potatoes mixed with apples, traditionally served in the Rhineland with black pudding and onions. It is classic hearty regional comfort food.
Elegant restaurant in a grand park setting, serving refined French-influenced cuisine and a strong wine selection in a formal atmosphere.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving regional German cooking, including seasonal game and classics, in a polished old-town atmosphere.
Historic brewery restaurant near the centre, known for hearty Rhineland dishes and its own beer in a traditional, lively setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and nearby rail are reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is normal in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent 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.

Most Ghent to Aachen trains use the Gent St Pieters to Aachen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Aachen Schanz. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Aachen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gent St Pieters is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent St Pieters has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: De Graslei, Restaurant Patrick Foley's
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gent St Pieters. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gent St Pieters. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gent St Pieters: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gent St Pieters: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent St Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Gent Sint Pieters, Hotel Carlton, Astoria Hotel Gent.
Gent-Dampoort is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent-Dampoort has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: De Graslei, Amadeus Ghent 1
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gent-Dampoort. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gent-Dampoort. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent-Dampoort: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort, Hotel Cathedral, Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal.
Wondelgem is 4 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Wondelgem has practical services for this route, including Dining, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Wondelgem.
Available at Wondelgem: WC.
Available at Wondelgem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Aachen Hbf is 1 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: McDonald's, Louisiana, Dakashi sushi, Zitalia
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen Hbf. ATMs are available at Aachen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen Hbf. Information desks are available at Aachen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Aachen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aachen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aachen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Bestprice Hotel.
Aachen Schanz is 1 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café Liège, La Becasse, Pizzeria Mondo, Bäckerei Mannebach
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen Schanz. ATMs are available at Aachen Schanz.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen Schanz. Information desks are available at Aachen Schanz.
Luggage storage is available at Aachen Schanz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aachen Schanz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aachen Schanz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen Schanz.
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 options include: Chico Mendes, Pizzeria Pont Pascha, Vielharmonie, Polonia
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen West. ATMs are available at Aachen West.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen West. Information desks are available at Aachen West.
Luggage storage is available at Aachen West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aachen West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aachen West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen West.
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