What is the cheapest way to get from Trier to Erkelenz?

The cheapest way to get from Trier to Erkelenz is to bus and train which costs €24 - €65 and takes 4h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Trier to Erkelenz?

The fastest way to get from Trier to Erkelenz is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs €27 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Trier and Erkelenz?

No, there is no direct train from Trier to Erkelenz. However, there are services departing from Trier, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Erkelenz via Koeln Hbf and Neuss Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Trier to Erkelenz?

The distance between Trier and Erkelenz is 238 km. The road distance is 194.5 km.

How do I travel from Trier to Erkelenz without a car?

The best way to get from Trier to Erkelenz without a car is to train via Neuss Hbf which takes 4h 18m and costs €40 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Trier to Erkelenz?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Trier to Erkelenz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trier to Erkelenz train from?

Trier to Erkelenz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.

Where does the Trier to Erkelenz train arrive?

Trier to Erkelenz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Trier to Erkelenz?

Yes, the driving distance between Trier to Erkelenz is 194 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Trier to Erkelenz.

How do I get a train ticket from Trier to Erkelenz?

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Where can I stay near Erkelenz?

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Trier to Erkelenz - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 406 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Trier to Erkelenz by train, bus, or car

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Train via Neuss Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain Re22
4h 18m
€44–82
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus 011
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Erkelenztrain Re
4h 56m
€24–61
Drive 194.5 km
1. Drive from Trier to Erkelenzcar 194.5 km
2h 1m
€28–41
Train
1. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain Re22
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to MG Rheydt Hbftrain Rb27 / ...
4h 39m
€51–85
Train, line 406 bus
1. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Euskirchen Bftrain Re22
2. Take the bus from Linnich, SIG Combibloc Bahnhof to Erkelenz, Aachener Straßebus 406
6h 2m

Trier to Erkelenz by train

146Weekly Trains

4h 18mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 238.2 km
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Trier, Germany and Erkelenz, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 3h 3m.

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