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Traveling from Aachen to Rotterdam by train
Looking to travel from Aachen to Rotterdam by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 21 minutes to travel from Aachen to Rotterdam by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 38 minutes though. You'll usually find 37 trains per day running along the 170 km route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Rotterdam, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Aachen to Rotterdam.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Rotterdam by train, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.
Aachen to Rotterdam by train
| First train | 4:21 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:17 pm | |
| Departure station | Aachen | |
| Arrival station | Rotterdam | |
| Journey time | From 2h 38m | |
| Distance | 106 miles (170 km) | |
| Frequency | 37 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Cheap train tickets from Aachen to Rotterdam
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Aachen to Rotterdam by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
* Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.