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Compare train and bus for Heerlen to Etten-Leur
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heerlen to Etten-Leur among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a train costs an average of $82.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$88 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Heerlen to Etten-Leur:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heerlen to Etten-Leur costing on average $88 (€71).
Other travel options to Etten-Leur take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 30m.
Tickets start at around $88 (€71) compared to roughly $35 (€28) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-53.61 (€-43.36). The journey takes 2h 48m versus 1h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Heerlen to Etten-Leur by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heerlen to Etten-Leur
Trains from Heerlen to Etten-Leur run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $82 (€66) but you can travel from only $45 (€36) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€66) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 5:37 AM |
Last train 7:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), Arriva NL from Heerlen to Etten-Leur trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), Arriva NL trains will get you between Heerlen and Etten-Leur from $45 (€36). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Arriva NL
FAQs: Trains from Heerlen to Etten-Leur
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heerlen to Etten-Leur 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 Etten-Leur, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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