The average train between Heerlen and Essen Hbf takes 2h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Heerlen to Essen Hbf. 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 Heerlen and Essen Hbf. The earliest departure is at 12:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Heerlen is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Essen Hbf at 6:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 25m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Heerlen to Essen Hbf? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Heerlen to Essen Hbf. However, there are services departing from Herzogenrath, Bf station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Essen Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.
Heerlen to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Herzogenrath, Bf station.
Heerlen to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Heerlen and Essen Hbf is 95.7 km. The road distance is 113 km.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Herzogenrath, Bf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €24–110 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route once daily.