Day trip from Hagen to Dortmund by train
Why visit Dortmund for the day?
Dortmund is a Ruhr city known for football, brewing heritage and its industrial roots. Former worksites, parks and modern cultural venues give it a practical, lively character.
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Compare train and coach for Aachen to Hagen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Hagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 117 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£42 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare ways to travel from Aachen to Hagen
Compare the available ways to get from Aachen to Hagen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Aachen to Hagen is a coach with an average price of £18.
This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Hagen:
A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Hagen costing on average £42.
The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Hagen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 31m.
Other travel options to Hagen take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 31m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Aachen and Hagen including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£23. The journey takes 2h 1m versus 1h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get to Hagen from Aachen by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Aachen to Hagen is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
3:05 4h15 Aachen 7:20 Hagen £10 1 One-way 0 changes
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3:05 4h15 Aachen 7:20 Hagen £10 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Hagen by train
The most popular day trips by train from Hagen are Dortmund, Essen, Bochum, Cologne and Düsseldorf. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Hagen on Omio.
Day trip from Hagen to Essen by train
Why visit Essen for the day?
Essen is a Ruhr city known for its industrial heritage and modern cultural scene. The Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex and broad green spaces give it a practical, contemporary character.
Day trip from Hagen to Bochum by train
Why visit Bochum for the day?
Bochum is a Ruhr city known for its mining heritage, strong theatre scene and football culture. The Deutsches Bergbau-Museum and its large university help give it an industrious yet youthful feel.
Day trip from Hagen to Cologne by train
Why visit Cologne for the day?
Cologne is known for its towering cathedral, Roman heritage and relaxed Rhineland spirit. Museums, riverfront views and a strong brewing culture give the city an open, sociable feel.
Day trip from Hagen to Düsseldorf by train
Why visit Düsseldorf for the day?
Düsseldorf is known for fashion, contemporary art and its lively Altstadt on the Rhine. Sleek shopping streets, traditional breweries and bold modern architecture give it a polished yet sociable character.
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FAQs: Aachen to Hagen
Travel to Hagen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Aachen to Hagen.
There are 2 options to travel between Aachen and Hagen including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Aachen to Hagen is a coach with an average price of £18.
This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Hagen:
A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Hagen costing on average £42.
The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Hagen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 31m.
Other travel options to Hagen take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 31m.
The Aachen to Hagen distance is approximately 117 km.
The average frequency per day from Aachen to Hagen is:
- Around 9 coaches per day.
- Around 3 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Aachen and Hagen as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Aachen to Hagen:
- Trains mostly depart from Aachen Hbf and arrive in Hagen Hbf.
- Coaches mostly depart from Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße and arrive in Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Aachen to Hagen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Hagen by coach.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Hagen by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Aachen to Hagen with the following travel companies:
- 2 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
- 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
Omio customers who travel from Aachen to Hagen often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Berlin, Paris, Dortmund, Düsseldorf. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hagen and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Aachen to Hagen, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Typically, two to three days are sufficient to explore Hagen's key attractions, such as the Open Air Museum, Hohenlimburg Castle, and the surrounding nature trails.
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