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

The cheapest way to get from Geilenkirchen to Heerlen is to drive which costs €2 - €4 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Geilenkirchen to Heerlen is to drive which takes 20 min and costs €2 - €4.

Is there a direct bus between Geilenkirchen and Heerlen?

No, there is no direct bus from Geilenkirchen to Heerlen station. However, there are services departing from Übach-Palenberg, Bahnhof and arriving at Landgraaf, Station Arriva via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Geilenkirchen and Heerlen?

No, there is no direct train from Geilenkirchen to Heerlen. However, there are services departing from Geilenkirchen, Bf and arriving at Heerlen via Herzogenrath. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Geilenkirchen to Heerlen?

The distance between Geilenkirchen and Heerlen is 21 km. The road distance is 15.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Geilenkirchen to Heerlen without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs €3 - €16.

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

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Geilenkirchen to Heerlen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geilenkirchen to Heerlen bus from?

Geilenkirchen to Heerlen bus services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Übach-Palenberg, Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Geilenkirchen to Heerlen train from?

Geilenkirchen to Heerlen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Geilenkirchen, Bf station.

Train or bus from Geilenkirchen to Heerlen?

The best way to get from Geilenkirchen to Heerlen is to train which takes 40 min and costs €3 - €16. Alternatively, you can line 723 bus, which costs €4 - €7 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Geilenkirchen to Heerlen bus arrive?

Geilenkirchen to Heerlen bus services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Landgraaf, Station Arriva.

Where does the Geilenkirchen to Heerlen train arrive?

Geilenkirchen to Heerlen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Herzogenrath, Bf station.

Can I drive from Geilenkirchen to Heerlen?

Yes, the driving distance between Geilenkirchen to Heerlen is 16 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Geilenkirchen to Heerlen.

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

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Geilenkirchen to Heerlen - 3 ways to travel via train, line 723 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Geilenkirchen to Heerlen by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Geilenkirchen, Bf to Herzogenrath, Bftrain Rb33
2. Take the train from Herzogenrath to Heerlentrain Sneltrein RE18
40 min
€3–16
Line 723 bus
1. Take the bus from Übach-Palenberg, Bahnhof to Landgraaf, Station Arrivabus 723
1h 14m
€4–7
Drive 15.6 km
1. Drive from Geilenkirchen to Heerlencar 15.6 km
20 min
€3–4

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Distance: 21.4 km
Duration: 40 min

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

You can take a train from Geilenkirchen, Bf to Heerlen via Herzogenrath in around 40 min. Alternatively, Arriva NL operates a bus from Übach-Palenberg, Bahnhof to Landgraaf, Station Arriva hourly. Tickets cost €3–5 and the journey takes 28 min.

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