There are 6 ways to get from Luxembourg to Erkelenz by train, bus, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train • 4h 50m
5 alternative options
Train via Koblenz • 4h 51m
Bus • 5h 22m
Bus, train • 5h 50m
Drive • 2h 23m
Fly, train • 4h 37m
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Luxembourg to Erkelenz is to train which costs €13 - €26 and takes 4h 50m.
The quickest way to get from Luxembourg to Erkelenz is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 23m.
No, there is no direct train from Luxembourg to Erkelenz. However, there are services departing from Luxembourg and arriving at Erkelenz via Duesseldorf Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.
The distance between Luxembourg and Erkelenz is 164 km. The road distance is 232.7 km.
The best way to get from Luxembourg to Erkelenz without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs €13 - €26.
It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Luxembourg to Erkelenz, including transfers.
Luxembourg to Erkelenz train services, operated by Luxembourg Railways (CFL), depart from Luxembourg station.
The best way to get from Luxembourg to Erkelenz is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs €13 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €45 and takes 5h 22m.
The quickest flight from Luxembourg Airport to Frankfurt Airport is the direct flight which takes 50 min.
Luxembourg to Erkelenz train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Erkelenz station.

- Distance: 163.7 km
- Duration: 4h 50m
What companies run services between Luxembourg and Erkelenz, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?
You can take a train from Luxembourg to Erkelenz via Duesseldorf Hbf in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luxembourg to Erkelenz via Maastricht, Mönchengladbach Kaiserstraße, and Moenchengladbach Hbf in around 5h 22m.

- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Luxembourg to Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €110 - €470

- Website
- airdolomiti.it
Flights from Luxembourg to Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €140 - €430

- Phone
- +352 24 89 24 89
- Website
- cfl.lu
Train from Luxembourg to Duesseldorf Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 54m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €3
- Website
- Luxembourg Railways (CFL)
Train from Luxembourg to Koblenz Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 23m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €3
- Website
- Luxembourg Railways (CFL)
Train from Koblenz Hbf to Duesseldorf Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 33m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €3
- Website
- Luxembourg Railways (CFL)

- Phone
- 0221 13 999 444
- Website
- nationalexpress.de
Train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Erkelenz
- Ave. Duration
- 39 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €10 - €13
- Website
- National Express Rail
Train from Koblenz Hbf to Duesseldorf Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 45m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €28 - €35
- Website
- National Express Rail
Train from Aachen Hbf to Erkelenz
- Ave. Duration
- 37 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €10 - €14
- Website
- National Express Rail

German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Erkelenz, Bf,Erkelenz
- Ave. Duration
- 40 min
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- €16 - €23
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Koblenz Hbf to Duesseldorf Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 19m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 22 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €17 - €24
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Aachen, Hbf to Erkelenz, Bf,Erkelenz
- Ave. Duration
- 34 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €17 - €24
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Frankfurt to Düsseldorf Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 13m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €40 - €60
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn

The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Koblenz Hbf to Duesseldorf Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 18m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €80
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

- Phone
- +43 (0)5 1717
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Koblenz Hbf to Duesseldorf Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 24m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- ÖBB EuroCity

- Phone
- +43 (0)5 1717
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Koblenz Hbf to Duesseldorf Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 24m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €24 - €35
- Website
- ÖBB Intercity

- Phone
- 0621 8301200
- Website
- suewex.de
Train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Düsseldorf Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 33m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Website
- Süwex

- Phone
- +32 70 66 77 88
- Website
- thalys.com
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 22 min
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €75
- Website
- Thalys
- Standard
- €40 - €55
- Comfort
- €50 - €70
- Premium
- €50 - €75

- Phone
- +32 2 528 28 28
- Website
- belgiantrain.be
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €6 - €10
- Website
- Belgian Railways
- Book at
- Belgium Rail Pass
- 2nd Class
- €6 - €10
- 1st Class
- €10 - €15

Deutsche Bahn’s regional network is made up of IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional-Express), RB (Regionalbahn) and S-Bahn trains. Ticket prices are fixed and there’s no seat reservations – just turn up, buy a ticket and jump on the next train. All regional trains depart regularly and connect to local and long-distance services.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 311682904
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Aachen, Hbf to Erkelenz, Bf,Erkelenz
- Ave. Duration
- 43 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €8 - €12
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn Regional

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon to Maastricht
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €11 - €14
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Maastricht to Mönchengladbach Kaiserstraße
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €7 - €9
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions

- Phone
- +352 2465 2465
- service@verkeiersverbond.lu
- Website
- mobiliteit.lu
Bus from Centre, Stäreplaz / Étoile to Haut-Martelange, Gare
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 12m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €0
- Website
- Mobiliteit

- Phone
- 081 32.27.11
- Website
- letec.be
Bus from MARTELANGE Pont de la Sûre to LIEGE Gare des Guillemins Quai C
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 52m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €4 - €6
- Website
- TEC
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More Questions & Answers
Yes, the driving distance between Luxembourg to Erkelenz is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Luxembourg to Erkelenz.
Air Dolomiti and Lufthansa offer flights from Luxembourg Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
Book your Luxembourg to Erkelenz train tickets online with Omio.
There are 49+ hotels available in Erkelenz. Prices start at €87 per night.
The best way to get from Luxembourg to Luxembourg Airport is to bus which takes 13 min and costs €0 - €2.