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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Heerlen is to drive which costs €14 - €21 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Heerlen is to drive which takes 48 min and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Heerlen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Heerlen. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Heerlen, Heerlerbaan Zandweg via Aachen, Bushof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Heerlen?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Heerlen. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Heerlen via Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Cologne to Heerlen?

The distance between Cologne and Heerlen is 94 km. The road distance is 80.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Heerlen without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs €15 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Cologne to Heerlen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Heerlen bus from?

Cologne to Heerlen bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Heerlen train from?

Cologne to Heerlen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Heerlen?

The best way to get from Cologne to Heerlen is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs €15 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Cologne to Heerlen bus arrive?

Cologne to Heerlen bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Where does the Cologne to Heerlen train arrive?

Cologne to Heerlen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Aachen, Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Heerlen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Heerlen is 81 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Cologne to Heerlen.

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

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Where can I stay near Heerlen?

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Cologne to Heerlen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Aachen, Hbftrain 79 / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Heerlentrain S43 / ...
1h 17m
€16–64
Drive 80.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Heerlencar 80.8 km
48 min
€15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Bushof to Heerlen, Heerlerbaan Zandwegbus 44
1h 27m
Train via Koeln-Muelheim
1. Take the train from Koeln-Muelheim to Aachen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Heerlentrain S43 / ...
2h 25m

Cologne to Heerlen by train

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Distance: 93.5 km
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Heerlen, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Heerlen via Aachen Hbf in around 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Heerlen, Heerlerbaan Zandweg via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße and Aachen, Bushof in around 1h 27m.

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