What is the cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Heerlen?

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Heerlen is to bus which costs €23 - €40 and takes 3h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Heerlen?

The fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Heerlen is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs €24 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Amsterdam and Heerlen?

No, there is no direct bus from Amsterdam to Heerlen. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Sloterdijk and arriving at Heerlen via Maastricht. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Amsterdam and Heerlen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Heerlen. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Amsterdam to Heerlen?

The distance between Amsterdam and Heerlen is 214 km. The road distance is 203.8 km.

How do I travel from Amsterdam to Heerlen without a car?

The best way to get from Amsterdam to Heerlen without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs €24 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Amsterdam to Heerlen?

The train from Amsterdam Centraal to Heerlen takes 2h 27m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam to Heerlen bus from?

Amsterdam to Heerlen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam to Heerlen train from?

Amsterdam to Heerlen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Amsterdam to Heerlen?

The best way to get from Amsterdam to Heerlen is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs €24 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €40 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Amsterdam to Heerlen bus arrive?

Amsterdam to Heerlen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Maastricht station.

Where does the Amsterdam to Heerlen train arrive?

Amsterdam to Heerlen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Heerlen station.

Can I drive from Amsterdam to Heerlen?

Yes, the driving distance between Amsterdam to Heerlen is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Amsterdam to Heerlen.

How do I get a train ticket from Amsterdam to Heerlen?

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Where can I stay near Heerlen?

There are 1588+ hotels available in Heerlen.

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There are 4 ways to get from Amsterdam to Heerlen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Heerlentrain Intercity
2h 27m
€24–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Maastrichtbus FlixBus N831 / ...
3h 45m
€23–36
Drive 203.8 km
1. Drive from Amsterdam to Heerlencar 203.8 km
2h 43m
€37–53
Fly, train
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Herzogenrathtrain
4h 20m

Amsterdam to Heerlen by train

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Distance: 214.5 km
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Amsterdam, Netherlands and Heerlen, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Heerlen hourly. Tickets cost €24–50 and the journey takes 2h 27m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Maastricht every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–30 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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