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Travel from Heerlen to Aachen by train in 22 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Heerlen to Aachen by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Heerlen to Aachen by train is 23 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 22 minutes. You'll usually find 32 trains per day traveling the 15 km between these two destinations. Direct trains are usually available every day on the route to Aachen. As the main train operator on this route, you're likely to be traveling on a service operated by DB for all or at least part of your journey to Aachen.
Book train tickets from Heerlen to Aachen in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. You can check prices from Heerlen to Aachen in our Journey Planner.
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Heerlen to Aachen by train
| First train | 12:18 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:18 pm | |
| Departure station | Heerlen | |
| Arrival station | Aachen | |
| Journey time | From 22m | |
| Distance | 9 miles (15 km) | |
| Frequency | 32 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
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Deutsche Bahn trains from Heerlen to Aachen
The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
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Cheap train tickets from Heerlen to Aachen
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Heerlen to Aachen by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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