Maastricht to Welkenraedt by train

Taking the train from Maastricht to Welkenraedt

So you’re considering going from Maastricht to Welkenraedt by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost for travel between Maastricht and Welkenraedt

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is €16.45, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 9 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

• Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

• Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

• Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

• Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

• Are an even greener travel option than high speed

• Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Maastricht to Welkenraedt train schedule

• The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 00:16.

• The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:49.

• The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 00:25.

• The latest weekend train along this route departs at 23:54.

• 44 trains run along this route each day.

• Trains leave the station every 10 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Maastricht to Welkenraedt

Trains can complete this route in as little as 1 hour and 15 minutes. The total distance travelled is 28 kilometres.

When are tickets between Maastricht and Welkenraedt available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Maastricht and Welkenraedt can be purchased 9 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Maastricht to Welkenraedt

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Maastricht and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Welkenraedt city guide.