The average train between Maastricht and Rethel takes 8h 36m and the fastest train takes 5h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Maastricht to Rethel. 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 4 times a day between Maastricht and Rethel. The earliest departure is at 12:16 AM at night, and the last departure from Maastricht is at 6:16 PM which arrives into Rethel at 8:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Liege-Guillemins and take an average of 8h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 6m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Maastricht to Rethel? 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 Maastricht to Rethel. However, there are services departing from Maastricht station and arriving at Rethel station via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.
Maastricht to Rethel train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Liege-Guillemins station.
Maastricht to Rethel train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Reims station.
Book your Maastricht to Rethel train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Maastricht and Rethel is 176.2 km. The road distance is 623 km.
You can take a train from Maastricht to Rethel via Liege-Guillemins, Paris Nord, Paris Est, and Reims in around 6h 6m.