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Aachen to Saarbrücken by train

The journey from Aachen to Saarbrücken by train is 183.21 km and takes 4 hrs 54 mins. There are 5 connections per day, with the first departure at 08:51 and the last at 11:51. It is possible to travel from Aachen to Saarbrücken by train for as little as €73.99 or as much as €118.99. The best price for this journey is €73.99.

Lowest Price	€73.99
Journey Duration	4 hrs 54 mins
Connection per Day	DB - Intercity, Eurostar, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Regional Express, Fernbus 5
Lowest Price	DB - Intercity, Eurostar, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Regional Express, Fernbus €73.99
Highest Price	DB - Intercity, Eurostar, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Regional Express, Fernbus €118.99
First Departure	DB - Intercity, Eurostar, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Regional Express, Fernbus 08:51
Last Departure	DB - Intercity, Eurostar, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Regional Express, Fernbus 11:51
Distance	DB - Intercity, Eurostar, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Regional Express, Fernbus 183.21 km
Departure	DB - Intercity, Eurostar, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Regional Express, Fernbus Aachen
Arrival	DB - Intercity, Eurostar, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Regional Express, Fernbus Saarbrücken
Carriers	DB - Intercity, Eurostar DB - Intercity, Eurostar, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Regional Express, Fernbus

Aachen to Saarbrücken Train Times

Departure date

Saturday 2 Nov 2024

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Cheap train tickets from Aachen to Saarbrücken

Looking for the best deal on a train ticket for your trip? Here are 4 ways to get cheap train tickets from Aachen to Saarbrücken.

Book in advance and save

If you're looking for the best deal for your trip from Aachen to Saarbrücken, booking train tickets in advance is a great way to save money, but keep in mind that advance tickets are usually not available until 3 months before your travel date.

Stay flexible with your travel time and explore off-peak journeys

Planning your trips around off-peak travel times not only means that you'll be able to avoid the crowds, but can also end up saving you money. Being flexible with your schedule and considering alternative routes or times will significantly impact the amount of money you spend on getting from Aachen to Saarbrücken.

Always check special offers

Checking on the latest deals can help save a lot of money, making it worth taking the time to browse and compare prices. So make sure you get the best deal on your ticket and take advantage of special fares for children, youth and seniors as well as discounts for groups.

Unlock the potential of slower trains or connecting trains

If you're planning a trip with some flexible time, why not opt for the scenic route? Taking slower trains or connecting trains that make more stops may save you money on your ticket – definitely worth considering if it fits in your schedule.

Best time to book Aachen to Saarbrücken travel

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Aachen to Saarbrücken

The cheapest Aachen - Saarbrücken train tickets can be found for as low as €9.00 if you’re lucky, or €29.11 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €73.99.

Find the best day to travel to Saarbrücken by train

When travelling to Saarbrücken by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Carriers on this route

Find out more about the carriers on this route.

Eurostar is a high-speed passenger train service connecting London with several cities in mainland Europe, including Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam. Launched in 1994, Eurostar has since established itself as a popular mode of transportation for leisure and business travelers. With speeds reaching up to 300 km/h, Eurostar trains offer a fast and environmentally-friendly.

<p>National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise.</p> <p>Here’s a quick guide to the fare options available for National Express one-way, return, or open return journeys to help you choose the best fit.</p> <ul> <li>Restricted: Non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Valid only for the booked journey. Best suited for fixed travel plans.</li> <li>Standard: Non-refundable but exchangeable for a £5 fee up to an hour before departure. Ideal if you need some flexibility.</li> <li>Fully-Flexible: Refundable and amendable for a fee up to 72 hours before departure. Perfect for those who require maximum flexibility.</li> </ul>

Express InterCity is a type of train service that operates in many countries around the world. It is designed to provide fast and efficient transportation between major cities, with limited stops along the way. Express InterCity trains typically offer amenities such as comfortable seating, air conditioning, and onboard food and beverage service. They may also have first-class or business-class seating options for passengers who want extra comfort and amenities. Express InterCity trains are often a popular choice for business travelers, tourists, and commuters who need to travel between cities quickly and conveniently.

Regional Express (Rex) is an Australian airline that operates scheduled regional flights to over 60 destinations across Australia. The airline was founded in 2002 and has its headquarters in Mascot, New South Wales. Rex operates a fleet of over 60 aircraft, including Saab 340 turboprops and Boeing 737-800NG jets. The airline's main focus is on providing affordable air travel to regional communities, with a strong emphasis on safety, reliability, and customer service. Rex also offers a frequent flyer program, Rex Business Flyer, and has partnerships with other airlines such as Qantas and Virgin Australia.

While not as swift as the high-speed ICE trains, Deutsche Bahn’s InterCity trains boast speeds up to 200km/h, offering spacious carriages and dining options. Operating across numerous German routes, such as Cologne-Hamburg, these trains also extend to international destinations, including Amsterdam and Luxembourg. Some routes even feature double-deck trains.

Ticket types and facilities from Aachen to Saarbrücken

Compare the different ticket types and the facilities provided by Eurostar, DB - InterCity Express (ICE) and DB - Intercity when traveling from Aachen to Saarbrücken.

Standard

Eurostar Standard tickets are for budget-conscious travelers and the most widely available and affordable option. However, they have limited flexibility

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Standard Premier

Eurostar Standard Premier tickets offer a premium economy experience, ideal for work in quiet and comfort, but at a higher cost than Standard. This ticket includes extra legroom, complimentary meals, and access to magazines.

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Business Premier

Business Premier tickets are Eurostar's first-class option with top-level comfort and flexibility, but also the most expensive. With this ticket, you will have spacious seating, delectable meals served at your seat, access to exclusive lounges, and dedicated assistance.

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Second Class

Deutshce Bahn's second class ensures a comfortable journey with standard seating arrangements with free Wi-Fi, power socket, and. Second class passengers can buy food and drinks from the bar/bistro car or restaurant car.

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First Class

First Class travel with Deutsche Bahn provides a luxurious experience with comfortable seats and many amenities such as spacious seating with personalized on-seat service and exclusive lounge access at major stations. First-class passengers can have their orders delivered to their seats, but if you do not want to wait, you can also dine in the restaurant car or buy food and drinks from the bar/bistro car.

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Second Class

On SBB Intercity trains, in addition to basic amenities for Second Class ticket, there's a Family Zone specially designed to offer comfort for families with children. If you get hungry during the journey, you can enjoy tasty meals in the restaurant carriage.

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First Class

On Deutsche Bahn IC trains, if you have a Flexpreis First Class ticket in addition to the standard second class offerings, you can access Fast Track and DB lounges at some German stations for free and enjoy the complimentary refreshments. Plus, experience a quieter travel environment and savor the view.

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Facility Description

Find out more about the different facilities available onboard with each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description

WiFi Business Premier travelers and Eurostar™ carte blanche holders enjoy free wi-fi in lounges at select stations. Free wi-fi vouchers are available at Ashford's information desk. All trains also provide free wi-fi, connect via EurostarTrainsWiFi.

WiFi

Business Premier travelers and Eurostar™ carte blanche holders enjoy free wi-fi in lounges at select stations. Free wi-fi vouchers are available at Ashford's information desk. All trains also provide free wi-fi, connect via EurostarTrainsWiFi.

Quiet zone Starting September 2012, a quiet coach option is available for Business and Standard Premier travelers at no extra cost.

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Starting September 2012, a quiet coach option is available for Business and Standard Premier travelers at no extra cost.

Power sockets Every seat features UK and European power sockets. Business Premier and Standard Premier also include USB sockets.

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Every seat features UK and European power sockets. Business Premier and Standard Premier also include USB sockets.

Luggage Your Eurostar ticket allows you to take a generous amount of luggage on board with no weight restrictions. You can carry two suitcases and one hand-held item, all labeled properly, as long as they don't exceed 85 cm in length. Baby strollers and pushchairs are allowed on board. You can also bring your bike or musical instrument, which will count as one of your two medium-sized luggage pieces as long as it is in a carrying case under 85 cm in length.

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Your Eurostar ticket allows you to take a generous amount of luggage on board with no weight restrictions. You can carry two suitcases and one hand-held item, all labeled properly, as long as they don't exceed 85 cm in length. Baby strollers and pushchairs are allowed on board. You can also bring your bike or musical instrument, which will count as one of your two medium-sized luggage pieces as long as it is in a carrying case under 85 cm in length.

Accessibility Assistance for travelers with disabilities or the elderly is available at all stations. The type of assistance varies by location. Pre-booking at least 24 hours in advance is recommended, with a 60-minute prior arrival if not pre-booked.

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Assistance for travelers with disabilities or the elderly is available at all stations. The type of assistance varies by location. Pre-booking at least 24 hours in advance is recommended, with a 60-minute prior arrival if not pre-booked.

Food and drink Café Métropole aboard Eurostar trains offers discounts for reusable cups. Unsold food is donated to Olio, benefiting London communities. Food in Standard Premier: Standard Premier offers international dishes throughout the day. Breakfast features fruits, pastries, and more until 10:14. After 10:15, enjoy a light meal, dessert, and drinks. Food in Business Premier: Business Premier's menu is curated by Michelin-starred chef Raymond Blanc OBE. Drinks, from tea to champagne, are available throughout the journey.

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Café Métropole aboard Eurostar trains offers discounts for reusable cups. Unsold food is donated to Olio, benefiting London communities. Food in Standard Premier: Standard Premier offers international dishes throughout the day. Breakfast features fruits, pastries, and more until 10:14. After 10:15, enjoy a light meal, dessert, and drinks. Food in Business Premier: Business Premier's menu is curated by Michelin-starred chef Raymond Blanc OBE. Drinks, from tea to champagne, are available throughout the journey.

Air conditioning Fresh air is constantly drawn in and filtered throughout the journey.

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Fresh air is constantly drawn in and filtered throughout the journey.

Bicycle Got a musical instrument or guitar under 85 cm? You can include it as part of your luggage on Eurostar. If you have a boxed bike, reserve a spot by reaching out to the Eurostar travel service (available on select trains). Folding and children's bikes under 85 cm are welcome, but they should be in a protective bag. Heads up: e-scooters and hoverboards are a no-go. Plus, you can bring along a pair of skis or a snowboard in addition to your luggage

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Got a musical instrument or guitar under 85 cm? You can include it as part of your luggage on Eurostar. If you have a boxed bike, reserve a spot by reaching out to the Eurostar travel service (available on select trains). Folding and children's bikes under 85 cm are welcome, but they should be in a protective bag. Heads up: e-scooters and hoverboards are a no-go. Plus, you can bring along a pair of skis or a snowboard in addition to your luggage

WiFi On ICE trains, enjoy free WiFi and access the ICE portal for movies, TV shows, audiobooks, games, and reading material.

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On ICE trains, enjoy free WiFi and access the ICE portal for movies, TV shows, audiobooks, games, and reading material.

Quiet zone Seek tranquillity on ICE Frankfurt in Coach 21 (second class) and Coach 28/29 (first class). On ICE 104/105 Basel, it's Coach 31 (second class) and Coach 38/39 (first class).

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Seek tranquillity on ICE Frankfurt in Coach 21 (second class) and Coach 28/29 (first class). On ICE 104/105 Basel, it's Coach 31 (second class) and Coach 38/39 (first class).

Power sockets Stay charged with a power socket available for every two seats on the train.

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Stay charged with a power socket available for every two seats on the train.

Luggage On ICE-trains, you can bring any amount of luggage without restrictions. Store small bags either in the overhead racks or beneath your seats. For bigger luggage items, use the racks found in the compartments or close to the exterior doors.

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On ICE-trains, you can bring any amount of luggage without restrictions. Store small bags either in the overhead racks or beneath your seats. For bigger luggage items, use the racks found in the compartments or close to the exterior doors.

Accessibility For assistance in boarding, changing trains, or other queries, reach out to DB’s Mobility Service. The staff is always ready to assist and ensure a smooth journey.

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For assistance in boarding, changing trains, or other queries, reach out to DB’s Mobility Service. The staff is always ready to assist and ensure a smooth journey.

Food and drink With ICE, choose between a full menu at the onboard restaurant or quick snacks at the bistro. For First Class passengers, complimentary food and drinks are served directly to your seat. DB's diverse menu, updated quarterly, features local and vegetarian/vegan options.

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With ICE, choose between a full menu at the onboard restaurant or quick snacks at the bistro. For First Class passengers, complimentary food and drinks are served directly to your seat. DB's diverse menu, updated quarterly, features local and vegetarian/vegan options.

Air conditioning ICE trains not only offer air conditioning but are also innovating with eco-friendly systems that both cool and heat using natural refrigerants.

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ICE trains not only offer air conditioning but are also innovating with eco-friendly systems that both cool and heat using natural refrigerants.

Bicycle On Deutsche Bahn trains, make sure it's disassembled and snugly packed in a case or cover with your name labeled on it, and you can bring it on board for free. You're also allowed one regular and one hand luggage item. Just ensure your bike doesn't get in the way of other travelers or block aisles. Note: Special bikes aren't permitted, but if you're an international traveler, there's no need to worry about peak-time restrictions.

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On Deutsche Bahn trains, make sure it's disassembled and snugly packed in a case or cover with your name labeled on it, and you can bring it on board for free. You're also allowed one regular and one hand luggage item. Just ensure your bike doesn't get in the way of other travelers or block aisles. Note: Special bikes aren't permitted, but if you're an international traveler, there's no need to worry about peak-time restrictions.

WiFi Deutsche Bahn is rolling out free WiFi on their IC trains, with some already offering the service.

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Deutsche Bahn is rolling out free WiFi on their IC trains, with some already offering the service.

Power sockets All seats in both classes have power sockets on DB IC trains.

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All seats in both classes have power sockets on DB IC trains.

Luggage On IC trains, you can bring any amount of luggage without restrictions. Store small bags either in the overhead racks or beneath your seats. For bigger luggage items, use the racks found in the compartments or close to the exterior doors.

Luggage

On IC trains, you can bring any amount of luggage without restrictions. Store small bags either in the overhead racks or beneath your seats. For bigger luggage items, use the racks found in the compartments or close to the exterior doors.

Accessibility Deutsche Bahn's Mobility Service provides assistance for boarding, disembarking, and train transfers. Staff are on hand to address questions and ensure a smooth trip.

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Deutsche Bahn's Mobility Service provides assistance for boarding, disembarking, and train transfers. Staff are on hand to address questions and ensure a smooth trip.

Food and drink On the DB IC trains, there's a restaurant for meals or a bistro for snacks. You can eat at the bistro or in your seat. First Class passengers get free food at their seat. The menu changes but always has local food, including vegetarian and vegan choices.

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On the DB IC trains, there's a restaurant for meals or a bistro for snacks. You can eat at the bistro or in your seat. First Class passengers get free food at their seat. The menu changes but always has local food, including vegetarian and vegan choices.

Air conditioning Intercity trains have air-conditioned sections.

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Intercity trains have air-conditioned sections.

Bicycle For IC trains, a ticket and reservation are required for bicycles, with the reservation cost included. Bikes are typically stored in second class carriages, though your seat may be elsewhere.

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For IC trains, a ticket and reservation are required for bicycles, with the reservation cost included. Bikes are typically stored in second class carriages, though your seat may be elsewhere.

Services on board DB - Intercity, Eurostar and National Express from Aachen to Saarbrücken

Compare services on board when travelling from Aachen to Saarbrücken by train.

Facilities	DB - Intercity	Eurostar	National Express	DB - InterCity Express (ICE)	DB - Regional Express	Fernbus
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Aachen to Saarbrücken CO2 Emissions by Train

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12.82kg

Bus

13.74kg

Flight

36.64kg

Car

29.31kg

What are the CO2 emissions from Aachen to Saarbrücken by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Aachen and Saarbrücken are 12.82kg.

How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Aachen and Saarbrücken? By taking the train between Aachen and Saarbrücken you will save 23.82kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.92kg compared to a bus and 16.49kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Aachen to Saarbrücken?

A train ticket from Aachen to Saarbrücken is €87.34. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as €73.99.

What's the cheapest train ticket from Aachen to Saarbrücken?

The cheapest ticket you can get from Aachen to Saarbrücken is €73.99. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.

What's the distance between Aachen and Saarbrücken by train?

Aachen to Saarbrücken is 183.21 km.

How long does the train between Aachen and Saarbrücken take?

Aachen to Saarbrücken is on average 4 hrs 54 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 50 mins.

Which companies operate from Aachen to Saarbrücken?

The train journey from Aachen to Saarbrücken is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: DB - Intercity, Eurostar, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Regional Express and Fernbus.

How many train connections per day go from Aachen to Saarbrücken?

Aachen to Saarbrücken has 5 connection(s) per day on average.

What time does the first train from Aachen to Saarbrücken leave?

The earliest train from Aachen to Saarbrücken departs at 08:51. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

What time does the last train from Aachen to Saarbrücken depart?

The latest train from Aachen to Saarbrücken departs at 11:51. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

Should I book my ticket from Aachen to Saarbrücken in advance?

If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is €73.99 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.

What's the fastest journey time between Aachen to Saarbrücken by train?

The fastest journey time by train between Aachen and Saarbrücken is 4 hrs 50 mins.

Is there a direct train from Aachen to Saarbrücken?

Yes, there is a direct train between Aachen and Saarbrücken.

What are the CO2 emissions for Aachen to Saarbrücken by train?

The train journey from Aachen to Saarbrücken creates 12.82kg of CO2 emissions.