The average train between Heerlen and Genk takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Heerlen to Genk. 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 Heerlen and Genk. The earliest departure is at 12:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Heerlen is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Genk at 6:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Liège-Guillemins and take an average of 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Heerlen to Genk? 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 Genk. However, there are services departing from Heerlen station and arriving at Genk station via Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.
Heerlen to Genk train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Heerlen station.
Heerlen to Genk train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Genk station.
Book your Heerlen to Genk train tickets online with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Heerlen and Genk is 34.9 km. The road distance is 138 km.
You can take a train from Heerlen to Genk via Liège-Guillemins and Landen in around 3h 19m.