Aachen to Nijmegen by train

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Overview: trains from Aachen to Nijmegen

Find the key information for travelling by train from Aachen to Nijmegen, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 01:19 View journey
Last train 23:47 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 2hr 31m View journey
Distance (km) 121
Trains / day 2 View all
Cheapest journey US$51.00 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 28m
Train operators 17

Travelling from Aachen to Nijmegen by train

Considering a train trip from Aachen to Nijmegen? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Aachen and Nijmegen

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically US$51.00, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Aachen to Nijmegen departure timetable

On this route, 2 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Aachen at 01:19 and the last leaving at 23:47 during the week.

For weekend travel to Nijmegen, the earliest departure is at 03:36 and the last one is at 23:46. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 5 hours and 31 minutes.

Aachen to Nijmegen distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 121 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 2 hours and 31 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Aachen and Nijmegen?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Aachen and Nijmegen 9 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making the most of your Aachen to Nijmegen travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Nijmegen.

FAQs about the train journey from Aachen to Nijmegen

Want to know more about your journey from Aachen to Nijmegen? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Aachen to Nijmegen covers a distance of 121 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.