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

The cheapest way to get from Heerlen to Aachen is to drive which costs €3 - €5 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Heerlen to Aachen is to drive which takes 16 min and costs €3 - €5.

Is there a direct bus between Heerlen and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heerlen, Zandweg and arriving at Aachen, Ponttor. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Heerlen and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Heerlen and arriving at Aachen Hbf. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Heerlen to Aachen?

The distance between Heerlen and Aachen is 24 km. The road distance is 17.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Heerlen to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs €4 - €13.

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

The train from Heerlen to Aachen Hbf takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Heerlen to Aachen bus from?

Heerlen to Aachen bus services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Heerlen, Zandweg station.

Where do I catch the Heerlen to Aachen train from?

Heerlen to Aachen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Heerlen station.

Train or bus from Heerlen to Aachen?

The best way to get from Heerlen to Aachen is to train which takes 24 min and costs €4 - €13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €3 - €6 and takes 34 min.

Where does the Heerlen to Aachen bus arrive?

Heerlen to Aachen bus services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Aachen, Ponttor station.

Where does the Heerlen to Aachen train arrive?

Heerlen to Aachen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Aachen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Heerlen to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Heerlen to Aachen is 18 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Heerlen to Aachen.

Where can I stay near Aachen?

There are 1123+ hotels available in Aachen.

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

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

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Heerlen to Aachen by train

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Distance: 24.1 km
Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Heerlen, Netherlands and Aachen, Germany?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Heerlen to Aachen Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €4–7 and the journey takes 24 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Arriva NL operates a bus from Heerlen, Zandweg to Aachen, Ponttor hourly. Tickets cost €3–5 and the journey takes 34 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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