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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Heerlen is to drive which costs €26 - €40 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Heerlen is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Heerlen?

No, there is no direct bus from Dortmund to Heerlen. However, there are services departing from Dortmund and arriving at Heerlen, Heerlerbaan Zandweg via Aachen, Bushof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Heerlen?

No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Heerlen. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Heerlen via Herzogenrath. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Heerlen?

The distance between Dortmund and Heerlen is 201 km. The road distance is 148.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Heerlen without a car is to bus which takes 2h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Dortmund to Heerlen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Heerlen bus from?

Dortmund to Heerlen bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Dortmund station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Heerlen train from?

Dortmund to Heerlen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dortmund to Heerlen?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Heerlen is to bus which takes 2h 31m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €130 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Dortmund to Heerlen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dortmund to Heerlen train arrive?

Dortmund to Heerlen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Herzogenrath station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Heerlen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Heerlen is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Dortmund to Heerlen.

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

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Where can I stay near Heerlen?

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dortmund to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Bushof to Heerlen, Heerlerbaan Zandwegbus 44
2h 31m
Drive 148.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dortmund to Heerlencar 148.7 km
1h 43m
€27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Herzogenrathtrain Re
2h 46m
€30–126
Train via Essen
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen West Strain S1
2. Take the train from Essen West S to Herzogenrath, Bftrain Rb33
3h 51m
€31–54

Dortmund to Heerlen by train

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Distance: 201.4 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Dortmund to Heerlen, Heerlerbaan Zandweg via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße and Aachen, Bushof in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, National Express operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Herzogenrath hourly, and the journey takes 2h 14m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 5 times a week.

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