The average train between Heerlen and Edinburgh takes 11h 23m and the fastest train takes 9h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Heerlen to Edinburgh. 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 4 hours between Heerlen and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 7:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Heerlen is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 2:27 PM. All services require a transfer at Liège-Guillemins and take an average of 11h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Heerlen to Edinburgh? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Heerlen to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Heerlen station and arriving at Edinburgh station via Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 23m.
Heerlen to Edinburgh train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Heerlen station.
Heerlen to Edinburgh train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Heerlen to Edinburgh train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Heerlen and Edinburgh is 827.9 km. The road distance is 1,155 km.
You can take a train from Heerlen to Edinburgh Waverley via Liège-Guillemins, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, London St Pancras Intl, and King's Cross in around 9h 43m.