The average train between Saarbrücken and Heerlen takes 6h 43m and the fastest train takes 5h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Saarbrücken 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 every 4 hours between Saarbrücken and Heerlen. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Saarbrücken is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Heerlen at 9:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim Hbf and take an average of 6h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 30m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Saarbrücken to Heerlen? 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 Saarbrücken to Heerlen. However, there are services departing from Saarbruecken Hbf station and arriving at Aachen, Hbf station via Mannheim Hbf station and Frankfurt station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.
Saarbrücken to Heerlen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Saarbruecken Hbf station.
Saarbrücken to Heerlen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Aachen, Hbf station.
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The distance between Saarbrücken and Heerlen is 197.7 km. The road distance is 258 km.
You can take a train from Saarbruecken Hbf to Heerlen via Mannheim Hbf, Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Frankfurt, and Aachen Hbf in around 5h 36m.