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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Utrecht to Heerlen
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Utrecht to Heerlen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Utrecht to Heerlen will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 2 trains that leave Utrecht for Heerlen on Fri, Jul 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest trains will take 1 h 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:39 AM1h59Utrecht11:38 AMHeerlen€311One-way0 transfers- 11:39 AM1h59Utrecht1:38 PMHeerlen€351One-way0 transfers
- 9:39 AM1h59Utrecht11:38 AMHeerlen€311One-way0 transfers
- 11:39 AM1h59Utrecht1:38 PMHeerlen€351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Utrecht to Heerlen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Utrecht to Heerlen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 147 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€35 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Utrecht to Heerlen train times
The table below shows live departures for Utrecht to Heerlen trains for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 SPR 28310 · IC 2743+ ST 32551 | 11:55 AM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2h43 | 2:38 PM Heerlen station | 2 transfers | |
| SPR 28310 · IC 3943 | 11:55 AM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2h46 | 2:41 PM Heerlen station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2741+ST 32549 | 12:04 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2h04 | 2:08 PM Heerlen station | 1 transfer | |
| SPR 6938 · IC 3941 | 12:06 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2h05 | 2:11 PM Heerlen station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3941 | 12:14 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1h57 | 2:11 PM Heerlen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| SPR 8838 · IC 2743+ST 32551 | 12:16 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2h22 | 2:38 PM Heerlen station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2743+ST 32551 | 12:34 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2h04 | 2:38 PM Heerlen station | 1 transfer | |
| SPR 6940 · IC 3943 | 12:36 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2h05 | 2:41 PM Heerlen station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3943 | 12:44 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1h57 | 2:41 PM Heerlen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| SPR 8840 · IC 2745+ST 32553 | 12:46 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2h22 | 3:08 PM Heerlen station | 2 transfers | |
| SPR 28314 · IC 3947 | 12:55 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2h46 | 3:41 PM Heerlen station | 1 transfer | |
| SPR 28314 · IC 2747+ST 32555 | 12:55 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2h43 | 3:38 PM Heerlen station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2745+ST 32553 | 1:03 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2h05 | 3:08 PM Heerlen station | 1 transfer | |
| SPR 6942 · IC 3945 | 1:06 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2h05 | 3:11 PM Heerlen station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3945 | 1:14 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1h57 | 3:11 PM Heerlen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| SPR 8842 · IC 2747+ST 32555 | 1:16 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2h22 | 3:38 PM Heerlen station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2747+ST 32555 | 1:34 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2h04 | 3:38 PM Heerlen station | 1 transfer | |
| SPR 6944 · IC 3947 | 1:36 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2h05 | 3:41 PM Heerlen station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3947 | 1:44 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1h57 | 3:41 PM Heerlen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| SPR 8844 · IC 2749+ST 32557 | 1:46 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2h22 | 4:08 PM Heerlen station | 2 transfers | |
| SPR 28318 · IC 3951 | 1:55 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2h46 | 4:41 PM Heerlen station | 1 transfer | |
| SPR 28318 · IC 2751+ST 32559 | 1:55 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2h43 | 4:38 PM Heerlen station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2749+ST 32557 | 2:04 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2h04 | 4:08 PM Heerlen station | 1 transfer | |
| SPR 6946 · IC 3949 | 2:06 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2h05 | 4:11 PM Heerlen station | 1 transfer | |
| SPR 28322 · IC 3955 | 2:55 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2h46 | 5:41 PM Heerlen station | 1 transfer | |
| SPR 28322 · IC 2755+ST 32563 | 2:55 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2h43 | 5:38 PM Heerlen station | 2 transfers | |
| SPR 28326 · IC 3959 | 3:55 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2h46 | 6:41 PM Heerlen station | 1 transfer | |
| SPR 28326 · IC 2759+ST 32567 | 3:55 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2h43 | 6:38 PM Heerlen station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Utrecht to Heerlen
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Trains from Utrecht to Heerlen run on average 42 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 147 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Utrecht to Heerlen trainsNS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Utrecht and Heerlen from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Utrecht to Heerlen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Utrecht to Heerlen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Heerlen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Utrecht to Heerlen
Most Utrecht to Heerlen trains use the Utrecht Centraal to Heerlen station pair, with some services arriving at Heerlen Woonboulevard. Use this guide to compare Utrecht and Heerlen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Utrecht station do trains to Heerlen leave from?
Getting to Utrecht Centraal from Utrecht city centre
Utrecht Centraal train station facilities and services
Utrecht Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Rechtbank, Humphrey's Utrecht
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Utrecht Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Utrecht Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Centraal: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Utrecht, NH Utrecht, Park Plaza Utrecht.
Getting to Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn from Utrecht city centre
Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn is 1 km from Utrecht city centre. Public transport options include:
Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn train station facilities and services
Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn.
Getting to Utrecht Maliebaan from Utrecht city centre
Utrecht Maliebaan train station facilities and services
Utrecht Maliebaan has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Utrecht Maliebaan.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Utrecht Maliebaan.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Utrecht Maliebaan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Utrecht Maliebaan: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Maliebaan.
Which Heerlen station do trains from Utrecht arrive at?
Getting to Heerlen from Heerlen city centre
Heerlen train station facilities and services
Heerlen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Brasserie Mijn Streek, Eetcafé A Gen Ing
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heerlen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heerlen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heerlen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heerlen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heerlen: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Van der Valk Hotel Heerlen, Stadshotel Botterweck, Tulip Inn Heerlen City Centre.
Getting to Heerlen Woonboulevard from Heerlen city centre
Heerlen Woonboulevard is 2 km from Heerlen city centre. Public transport options include:
Heerlen Woonboulevard train station facilities and services
Heerlen Woonboulevard has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Heerlen Woonboulevard.
Bike and car services
Available at Heerlen Woonboulevard: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heerlen Woonboulevard.
Most popular train connections from Utrecht
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