The average train between Trier and Kerkrade takes 5h 20m and the fastest train takes 4h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Trier to Kerkrade. 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 hourly between Trier and Kerkrade. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Trier is at 8:36 PM which arrives into Kerkrade at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 5h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 51m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Trier to Kerkrade? 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 Trier to Kerkrade. However, there are services departing from Trier station and arriving at Kerkrade station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.
Trier to Kerkrade train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.
Trier to Kerkrade train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Aachen, Hbf station.
Book your Trier to Kerkrade train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Arriva NL.
The distance between Trier and Kerkrade is 129.8 km. The road distance is 265 km.
You can take a train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Kerkrade Centrum via Köln Hbf, Aachen Hbf, and Landgraaf in around 5h 1m.