The average train between Heerlen and Tongeren takes 2h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Heerlen to Tongeren. 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 2 hours between Heerlen and Tongeren. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Heerlen is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Tongeren at 7:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Heerlen to Tongeren. However, there are services departing from Heerlen station and arriving at Tongeren station via Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.
Heerlen to Tongeren train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Heerlen station.
Heerlen to Tongeren train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Tongres station.
Book your Heerlen to Tongeren train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Arriva NL.
The distance between Heerlen and Tongeren is 38.1 km. The road distance is 82 km.
You can take a train from Heerlen to Tongres via Liège-Guillemins in around 2h 26m.