The average train between Mainz and Heerlen takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz 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 2 hours between Mainz and Heerlen. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Heerlen at 6:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Mainz to Heerlen? 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 Mainz to Heerlen. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Heerlen station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Mainz to Heerlen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.
Mainz to Heerlen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Aachen, Hbf station.
The distance between Mainz and Heerlen is 191 km. The road distance is 275 km.
You can take a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Heerlen via Köln Hbf and Aachen Hbf in around 3h 16m.