Heerlen to Aachen by train

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Overview: trains from Heerlen to Aachen

Find the key information for travelling by train from Heerlen to Aachen, 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 00:17 View journey
Last train 23:48 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 22m View journey
Distance (km) 16
Trains / day 50 View all
Cheapest journey US$8.60 View journey
Avg journey time 31m
Train operators 10

From Heerlen to Aachen by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Heerlen to Aachen by train. With 50 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of a train ticket between Heerlen and Aachen

The cheapest ticket price along this route is US$8.60. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around US$8, and a week out, fares can hit around US$8 on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 12 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Departure frequency and timetable from Heerlen to Aachen

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Heerlen to Aachen:

  • 00:17 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:48 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 00:17 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:48 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 28 minutes from Heerlen toward Aachen.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 50 trains serving this route each day.

Heerlen to Aachen train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 16 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 22 minutes.

Booking time frame: Heerlen to Aachen trains

Tickets for travel to Aachen along this route are available for purchase 12 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Further insights on trains from Heerlen to Aachen

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Aachen city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Heerlen to Aachen

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

The distance between Heerlen and Aachen is 16 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.