Sittard to Heerlen by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Sittard to Heerlen? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 15 kilometres.

Train cost for travel between Sittard and Heerlen

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 , 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 12 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.

Sittard to Heerlen train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 00:18.

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

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 00:18.

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

  • 49 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 26 minutes.

Train duration for trips from Sittard to Heerlen

The swiftest journey time on this route is 15 minutes, crossing a total distance of 15 kilometres.

When do tickets between Sittard and Heerlen go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Sittard and Heerlen 12 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Learn even more about travelling from Sittard to Heerlen by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Heerlen.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Sittard to Heerlen by train?

The trip from Sittard to Heerlen covers a distance of 15 kilometres.

What is the Sittard to Heerlen train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs . When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Sittard to Heerlen by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 12 months ahead of the travel date.

How long does the train take from Sittard to Heerlen?

The fastest travel time is 15 minutes.