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

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Heerlen is to bus which costs €11 - €28 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Heerlen is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Heerlen?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Heerlen. However, there are services departing from Brussels-Nord and arriving at Heerlen via Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Brussels to Heerlen?

The distance between Brussels and Heerlen is 171 km. The road distance is 129.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Brussels to Heerlen without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs €18 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Brussels to Heerlen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Heerlen train from?

Brussels to Heerlen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruxelles-Central station.

Train or bus from Brussels to Heerlen?

The best way to get from Brussels to Heerlen is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs €18 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €28 and takes 2h.

Where does the Brussels to Heerlen train arrive?

Brussels to Heerlen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Liège-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Heerlen?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Heerlen is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Brussels to Heerlen.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels to Heerlen?

Book your Brussels to Heerlen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Heerlen?

There are 1501+ hotels available in Heerlen.

Brussels to Heerlen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Brussels 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 Brussels-Nord to Aachen Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Heerlentrain Sneltrein RE18
1h 39m
€18–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Maastrichtbus N870 / ...
2h
€11–28
Drive 129.6 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Heerlencar 129.6 km
1h 22m
€23–33
Train via Liège
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Central to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Heerlentrain S43 / ...
2h 14m
€39–56

Brussels to Heerlen by train

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Distance: 171 km
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Heerlen, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Brussels-Nord to Heerlen via Aachen Hbf in around 1h 39m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Maastricht 5 times a day. Tickets cost €7–15 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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