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Essen, Germany → Heerlen, Netherlands

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Essen to Heerlen

Composite routes from Essen to Heerlen

Cheapest
1 h 12 min
Car
129 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.08–$26.72

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$30.53–$69.97
Train from Essen Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$54.71–$114.50

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Herzogenrath,
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$38.17–$43.26
Train from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$27.99–$31.81
Train from Essen Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$44.53–$50.89

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54
Train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Herzogenrath
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.81–$25.45
Train from Essen Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.81–$45.80

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
fahrgaeste@train-rental.com
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
info@flixbus.de
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.94–$5.73
Train from Essen Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Heerlen is to bus which costs $19.57 - $27.17 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Heerlen is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs $26.09 - $38.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Heerlen?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Heerlen. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Heerlen, Zandweg via Aachen, Ponttor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Heerlen?

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

How far is it from Essen to Heerlen?

The distance between Essen and Heerlen is 121 km. The road distance is 130.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Heerlen without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs $38.04 - $46.74 .

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Essen to Heerlen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Heerlen bus from?

Essen to Heerlen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Heerlen train from?

Essen to Heerlen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Heerlen?

The best way to get from Essen to Heerlen is to train which takes 2h and costs $38.04 - $46.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19.57 - $27.17 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Essen to Heerlen bus arrive?

Essen to Heerlen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Aachen station west.

Where does the Essen to Heerlen train arrive?

Essen to Heerlen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Herzogenrath, Bf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Heerlen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Heerlen is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Essen to Heerlen.

Where can I stay near Heerlen?

There are 1328+ hotels available in Heerlen. Prices start at $39.23 per night.
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