Travelling from Heerlen to Cologne by train

Want to know how to get from Heerlen to Cologne by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Heerlen to Cologne take around 1 hour and 14 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 70 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Heerlen is scheduled to depart at around  00:17. The last departure is usually at around 23:48 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Heerlen at around 00:17, with the last train leaving at around 23:48. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 48 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 29 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €25.71.

We think any time is a great time to visit Cologne, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Cologne.

Is there a direct train from Heerlen to Cologne?

The journey between Heerlen and Cologne usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Heerlen to Cologne every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Heerlen to Cologne?

The Heerlen to Cologne train travel takes about 1 hour and 14 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Heerlen to Cologne train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cologne leaving Heerlen at around 00:17 and the last train leaving at around 23:48 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Heerlen at around 00:17, with the final departure at 23:48.