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The cheapest and fastest trains from Heerlen to Cologne
Showing times and prices for Dec 02
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
68 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heerlen to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heerlen to Cologne will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Heerlen to Cologne without transferring at least once.
RE 18921 · RE 2681509:18AM1h26
Heerlen station10:44AMCologne Hbf
$341One-way
1 transfer
RE 18919 · RE 1090908:48AM1h24
Heerlen station10:12AMCologne Hbf
$341One-way
1 transfer
RE 18925 · RE 2681710:18AM1h26
Heerlen station11:44AMCologne Hbf
$341One-way
1 transfer
RE 18923 · RE 1091109:50AM1h22
Heerlen station11:12AMCologne Hbf
$341One-way
1 transfer
RE 18917 · RE 2681308:18AM1h26
Heerlen station09:44AMCologne Hbf
$341One-way
1 transfer
RE 18923 · RE 1091109:50AM1h22
Heerlen station11:12AMCologne Hbf
$341One-way
1 transfer
RE 18919 · RE 1090908:48AM1h24
Heerlen station10:12AMCologne Hbf
$341One-way
1 transfer
RE 18921 · RE 2681509:18AM1h26
Heerlen station10:44AMCologne Hbf
$341One-way
1 transfer
RE 18925 · RE 2681710:18AM1h26
Heerlen station11:44AMCologne Hbf
$341One-way
1 transfer
RE 18917 · RE 2681308:18AM1h26
Heerlen station09:44AMCologne Hbf
$341One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Heerlen to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heerlen to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€26 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Heerlen to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Heerlen to Cologne trains for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:13 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:18 PM Heerlen | 1h26 | 5:44 PM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:18 PM Heerlen | 1h25 | 7:43 PM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:18 PM Heerlen | 3h58 | 1:16 AM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 2 | |||||
| RE 18917 · RE 26813 | On time 7:18 AM Heerlen station | 1h26 | 8:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 18919 · RE 10909 | On time 7:48 AM Heerlen station | 1h24 | 9:12 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 18921 · RE 26815 | On time 8:18 AM Heerlen station | 1h26 | 9:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 18923 · RE 10911 | 8:50 AM Heerlen station | 1h22 | 10:12 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 18925 · RE 26817 | On time 9:18 AM Heerlen station | 1h26 | 10:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heerlen to Cologne
Netherlands
Germany
Trains from Heerlen to Cologne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 44m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 00:18 |
Last train 23:20 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Heerlen to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Heerlen and Cologne from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 22m
Cheapest Price
$25 (€20)
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Heerlen to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heerlen to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Three days are generally recommended to explore Cologne's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, Old Town, and museums.
Yes, you can take the train from Heerlen to Cologne.
Train ticket prices from Heerlen to Cologne can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $9 (€7), while the average price is around $32 (€26).
The cheapest way to get from Heerlen to Cologne is by bus, with a cost of around $4 (€3).
The train from Heerlen to Cologne takes 44m and runs 7 per day.
In Cologne, you can explore the Cologne Chocolate Museum to learn about chocolate history and production, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and visit the Botanical Gardens Flora for stunning floral displays. Discover trendy boutiques and vibrant street art in the Belgian Quarter, or attend a concert at the renowned Cologne Philharmonic Hall. Don't miss the iconic Cologne Cathedral, the modern art collection at Museum Ludwig, and the love lock-adorned Hohenzollern Bridge. Wander through the charming Old Town (Altstadt) and visit the diverse Cologne Zoo.
The train station in Heerlen that goes to Cologne is Heerlen station, which connects to Cologne Hbf.
Yes, a day trip from Heerlen to Cologne is feasible. The journey takes 44m, covering a distance of 42 miles (68 km). There are 7 trips per day, making it convenient for a day trip.
The distance by train from Heerlen to Cologne is 42 miles (68 km).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Heerlen to Cologne.
The first train from Heerlen to Cologne leaves at 12:18 AM.
The last train from Heerlen to Cologne leaves at 11:20 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Heerlen to Cologne.
The train journey from Heerlen to Cologne offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the Dutch countryside transitioning into the industrial and cultural scenes of Germany, making it moderately scenic.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Heerlen to Cologne
Heerlen
Cologne
The major train station for departures in Heerlen is Heerlen Woonboulevard. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Heerlen Woonboulevard for your trip from Heerlen to Cologne.
Heerlen Woonboulevard
Amenities at train station
DiningAccessibilityHotelBike Parking
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WCHotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Spoorsingel.
Dining
- Brasserie Mijn Streek
- Eetcafé A Gen Ing
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €0.70
Hotel
- Van der Valk Hotel Heerlen
- Stadshotel Botterweck
- Tulip Inn Heerlen City Centre
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 196 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany and regional destinations
Public transit options for Heerlen
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and regional services
The major train station for arrivals in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your journey to Cologne from Heerlen.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Köln-Ehrenfeld
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato
- Burger King
- Café Franck
- Eichendorf
Hotel
- Kölnotel
- Black Hotels
Köln-Mülheim
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Tuesday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Wednesday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Thursday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Friday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- Zum Piccolo
- Kolpinghaus
- Pizzeria Marco Polo
- Grill Stube
Hotel
- Pension Europa
- Hotel Geisler
- The niu Mill
Köln Trimbornstr
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Blauer König
- DAG Döner
- Sahra-Pizza
- Casablanca
Hotel
- Hotel Arcaden
- Maugeri Ital. Hotel
- Hotel Rahmani
Köln/Bonn Flughafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
Köln Süd
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Subway
- Ganesha
- Magnus
- Borsalino
Hotel
- Hotel Chelsea
- Hotel Mado
- Elite Hotel
- Blacksheep Hostel
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
Hotel
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
Köln Airport-Businesspark
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
7 kmDining
- Yilmaz
- Bistro im Park
- Restaurant Fernandes
- Orient Palais Restaurants & Catering
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
8 kmDining
- Pizza Paradies
- Sushi Bar GAN-MI
- Potato and More
- Im Rauchfang
Hotel
- Garten Hotel Ponick
- Hotel Osteria Centovini
- Goethe
Köln, Porz Bf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskKöln, Breslauer Platz/Hbf
Amenities at train station
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