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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 09 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£62
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
1 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
1 h 52 m
Trains on 09 Sept
13
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 £62 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 513 · R 5016
IC 2818 · ICE 319
IC 2816 · ICE 19
IC 2810 · ICE 315
IC 2808 · ICE 15
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9471
2809+
9423
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9411
2815+
9459
2811+
9435Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 169 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ghent to Aachen:
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Aachen costing on average £39.
Other travel options to Aachen take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 4m.
You'll arrive about 46m sooner (1h 54m by train vs 2h 40m by car). Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £30 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Aachen trains for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2811+ 9435 | 12:41 Ghent St Pieters | 1h52 | 14:33 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2812 · ICE 17 | On time 13:41 Ghent St Pieters | 1h54 | 15:35 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 513 · R 5016 | On time 14:25 Ghent St Pieters | 2h57 | 17:22 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2814 · ICE 317 | On time 15:41 Ghent St Pieters | 1h54 | 17:35 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
2815+ 9459 | 16:41 Ghent St Pieters | 1h52 | 18:33 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
2817+ 9471 | 18:41 Ghent St Pieters | 1h52 | 20:33 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 9 September | |||||
7013+ 9411 | 7:46 Ghent-Dampoort | 2h47 | 10:33 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
2807+ 9411 | 8:41 Ghent St Pieters | 1h52 | 10:33 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2808 · ICE 15 | On time 9:41 Ghent St Pieters | 1h54 | 11:35 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
2809+ 9423 | 10:41 Ghent St Pieters | 1h52 | 12:33 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2810 · ICE 315 | On time 11:41 Ghent St Pieters | 1h54 | 13:35 Aachen Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Ghent to Aachen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 169 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 0:17 |
Last train 23:48 |
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Discover the best of Aachen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Aachen trip today.
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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Aachen Hbf -> Elisenbrunnen, Aachen
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.
Gentbrugge is 3 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gentbrugge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Gentbrugge.
ATMs are available at Gentbrugge.
Available at Gentbrugge: Parking, WC.
Available at Gentbrugge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gentbrugge.
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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