Heerlen to Freiburg by train

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Overview: trains from Heerlen to Freiburg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Heerlen to Freiburg, 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 2
Fastest journey 4hr 42m View journey
Distance (km) 352
Trains / day 20 View all
Cheapest journey €42.36 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 47m
Train operators 20

Travelling by train from Heerlen to Freiburg

Ready to travel from Heerlen to Freiburg by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Cost of a train ticket between Heerlen and Freiburg

The cheapest ticket price along this route is €42.36. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 7 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.

Heerlen to Freiburg train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 00:17.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:48.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 00:17.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 23:48.

  • 20 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 49 minutes.

Heerlen to Freiburg distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 352 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 4 hours and 42 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Heerlen and Freiburg?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Heerlen and Freiburg 7 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making your Heerlen to Freiburg travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Freiburg.

FAQs about the train journey from Heerlen to Freiburg

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

The train journey between Heerlen and Freiburg covers 352 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.