The average train between Essen and Heerlen takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Heerlen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Essen and Heerlen. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Heerlen at 12:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Heerlen. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Heerlen station via Herzogenrath, Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.
Essen to Heerlen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Heerlen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Herzogenrath, Bf station.
Book your Essen to Heerlen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Arriva NL and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Essen and Heerlen is 96 km. The road distance is 122 km.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Herzogenrath, Bf hourly. Tickets cost €23–35 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Two other operators also service this route.
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