The cheapest and fastest trains from Utrecht to Heerlen
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
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 $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 1 trains that leave Utrecht for Heerlen on Thu, Jan 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 08 the direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
On Thu, Jan 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 4 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.


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 €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 91 miles (147 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€30 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Utrecht to Heerlen trains with Omio?
PKP Intercity as well as Intercity offer trains services from Utrecht to Heerlen. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Utrecht to Heerlen.
Why book with Omio vs PKP Intercity?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for PKP Intercity, but also compare tickets for the likes of Intercity to find the best option for your trip from Utrecht to Heerlen.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare PKP Intercity with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Utrecht to Heerlen.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While PKP Intercity tickets can be bought on PKP Intercity's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Intercity to help you choose the right option for your journey from Utrecht to Heerlen.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Utrecht to Heerlen.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Utrecht to Heerlen
Trains from Utrecht to Heerlen run on average 138 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (147 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 91 miles (147 km) |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 138 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: PKP Intercity, Intercity from Utrecht to Heerlen trainsPKP Intercity, Intercity trains will get you between Utrecht and Heerlen from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
PKP Intercity
Intercity
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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Spoorstraat and Jaarbeursplein.
- Restaurant De Rechtbank
- Humphrey's Utrecht
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Crowne Plaza Utrecht
- NH Utrecht
- Park Plaza Utrecht
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 12,656 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and regional trains
- Hall 2: domestic intercity and sprinter services
- Hall 3: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 22
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Domestic and international connections
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Spoorsingel.
- Brasserie Mijn Streek
- Eetcafé A Gen Ing
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Van der Valk Hotel Heerlen
- Stadshotel Botterweck
- Tulip Inn Heerlen City Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 196 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and regional services
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