What is the cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Heerlen?

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Heerlen is to bus which costs €16 - €45 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Heerlen?

The fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Heerlen is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs €30 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Amsterdam and Heerlen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Heerlen. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Amsterdam to Heerlen?

The distance between Amsterdam and Heerlen is 214 km. The road distance is 203.9 km.

How do I travel from Amsterdam to Heerlen without a car?

The best way to get from Amsterdam to Heerlen without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs €30 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Amsterdam to Heerlen?

The train from Amsterdam Centraal to Heerlen takes 2h 27m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam to Heerlen train from?

Amsterdam to Heerlen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Amsterdam to Heerlen?

The best way to get from Amsterdam to Heerlen is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs €30 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €45 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Amsterdam to Heerlen train arrive?

Amsterdam to Heerlen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Heerlen station.

Can I drive from Amsterdam to Heerlen?

Yes, the driving distance between Amsterdam to Heerlen is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Amsterdam to Heerlen.

Where can I stay near Heerlen?

There are 1490+ hotels available in Heerlen.

Amsterdam to Heerlen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Amsterdam to Heerlen by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Heerlentrain Intercity
2h 27m
€30–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Maastrichtbus X68 / ...
3h 20m
€16–43
Drive 203.9 km
1. Drive from Amsterdam to Heerlencar 203.9 km
2h 43m
€36–51

Amsterdam to Heerlen by train

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2h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 214.4 km
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Amsterdam, Netherlands and Heerlen, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Heerlen hourly. Tickets cost €30–120 and the journey takes 2h 27m. Arriva NL also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Maastricht 4 times a day. Tickets cost €12–30 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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