Heerlen to Karlsruhe by train

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Overview: trains from Heerlen to Karlsruhe

Find the key information for travelling by train from Heerlen to Karlsruhe, 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 23:52 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 3hr 34m View journey
Distance (km) 273
Trains / day 23 View all
Cheapest journey €38.01 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 4m
Train operators 16

Taking the train from Heerlen to Karlsruhe

Ready to book a trip from Heerlen to Karlsruhe by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost from Heerlen to Karlsruhe

Ready to book tickets from Heerlen to Karlsruhe? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Heerlen and Karlsruhe typically run €38.01.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 7 months in advance.

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Departure frequency and timetable from Heerlen to Karlsruhe

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

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

  • 23:52 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

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

  • 23:52 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 34 minutes from Heerlen toward Karlsruhe.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 23 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time from Heerlen to Karlsruhe

The quickest time by train is 3 hours and 34 minutes, travelling a total distance of 273 kilometres.

When are tickets between Heerlen and Karlsruhe available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Heerlen and Karlsruhe can be purchased 7 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Heerlen to Karlsruhe

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Karlsruhe city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Heerlen to Karlsruhe

Want to know more about your journey from Heerlen to Karlsruhe? 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 Karlsruhe covers 273 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.