Dresden to Heerlen by train

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Overview: trains from Dresden to Heerlen

Find the key information for travelling by train from Dresden to Heerlen, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:11 View journey
Last train 23:15 View journey
Avg changes 3
Fastest journey 7hr 32m View journey
Distance (km) 544
Trains / day 21 View all
Cheapest journey US$80.50 View journey
Avg journey time 8hr 55m
Train operators 19

Explore Dresden to Heerlen by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Dresden to Heerlen aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train travel between Dresden and Heerlen: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Dresden to Heerlen:

  • Cheapest tickets: US$80.50

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 6 months in advance.

Dresden to Heerlen departure frequency and train timetable

With 21 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 38 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:11 and the last one is at 23:14. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:11, with the last one at 23:15.

How long is the train journey from Dresden to Heerlen?

This journey covers a total of 544 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 7 hours and 32 minutes.

When do tickets between Dresden and Heerlen go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Dresden and Heerlen 6 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Maximising your travels to Heerlen

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Heerlen.

FAQs about the train journey from Dresden to Heerlen

Want to know more about your journey from Dresden to Heerlen? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Dresden and Heerlen is 544 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.