The average train between Bruges and Heerlen takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Bruges to Heerlen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bruges and Heerlen. The earliest departure is at 4:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Bruges is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Heerlen at 7:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Heerlen. However, there are services departing from Bruges station and arriving at Heerlen station via Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Bruges to Heerlen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.
Bruges to Heerlen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Heerlen station.
Book your Bruges to Heerlen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Bruges and Heerlen is 196.1 km. The road distance is 249 km.
You can take a train from Bruges to Heerlen via Liège-Guillemins in around 3h 46m.