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

The cheapest way to get from Heerlen to Aachen is to drive which costs €3 - €5 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Heerlen to Aachen is to drive which takes 15 min and costs €3 - €5.

Is there a direct bus between Heerlen and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heerlen, Heerlerbaan Zandweg and arriving at Aachen, Ponttor. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Heerlen and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Heerlen and arriving at Aachen West. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Heerlen to Aachen?

The distance between Heerlen and Aachen is 21 km. The road distance is 17.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Heerlen to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs €2 - €9.

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

The train from Heerlen to Aachen West takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Heerlen to Aachen bus from?

Heerlen to Aachen bus services, operated by ASEAG, depart from Heerlen, Heerlerbaan Zandweg station.

Where do I catch the Heerlen to Aachen train from?

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

Train or bus from Heerlen to Aachen?

The best way to get from Heerlen to Aachen is to train which takes 19 min and costs €2 - €9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €3 - €6 and takes 34 min.

Where does the Heerlen to Aachen bus arrive?

Heerlen to Aachen bus services, operated by ASEAG, arrive at Aachen, Ponttor station.

Where does the Heerlen to Aachen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Heerlen to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Heerlen to Aachen is 18 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Heerlen to Aachen.

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

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1. Take the train from Heerlen to Aachen Westtrain 18969 / ...
19 min
€2–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heerlen, Heerlerbaan Zandweg to Aachen, Ponttorbus 44
34 min
€3–6
Drive 17.7 km
1. Drive from Heerlen to Aachencar 17.7 km
15 min
€4–5

Heerlen to Aachen by train

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Distance: 21.3 km
Duration: 19 min

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Heerlen to Aachen West hourly. Tickets cost €2–5 and the journey takes 19 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, ASEAG operates a bus from Heerlen, Heerlerbaan Zandweg to Aachen, Ponttor hourly. Tickets cost €3–5 and the journey takes 34 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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