The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam to Heerlen
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Heerlen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Heerlen will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 20 trains that leave Amsterdam for Heerlen every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 29 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.
IC 39237:142h27Amsterdam Centraal9:41Heerlen station£331One-way0 changes
IC 394312:142h27Amsterdam Centraal14:41Heerlen station£331One-way0 changes
IC 394512:442h27Amsterdam Centraal15:11Heerlen station£331One-way0 changes
IC 2921+
ST 325296:402h28Amsterdam Centraal9:08Heerlen station£331One-way1 change
IC 2743+
ST 3255112:042h34Amsterdam Centraal14:38Heerlen station£331One-way1 change
IC 39237:142h27Amsterdam Centraal9:41Heerlen station£331One-way0 changes
IC 394312:142h27Amsterdam Centraal14:41Heerlen station£331One-way0 changes
IC 394512:442h27Amsterdam Centraal15:11Heerlen station£331One-way0 changes
IC 2921+
ST 325296:402h28Amsterdam Centraal9:08Heerlen station£331One-way1 change
IC 2917+
ST 325255:392h29Amsterdam Centraal8:08Heerlen station£331One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Amsterdam to Heerlen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Heerlen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £187.
Distance: 182 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £364 Average Price |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Amsterdam to Heerlen train times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Heerlen trains for today, Wednesday 29 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2729+ ST 32537 | 8:34 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 11:08 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3929+ BST 916174 | 8:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 11:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3929 | 8:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 11:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2731+ ST 32539 | 9:04 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 11:38 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3931+ BST 916175 | 9:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 12:06 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3931 | 9:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 11:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2733+ ST 32541 | 9:34 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 12:08 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3933+ BST 916176 | 9:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 12:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3933 | 9:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 12:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2735+ ST 32543 | 10:04 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 12:38 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3935+ BST 916177 | 10:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 13:06 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3937+ BST 916178 | 10:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 13:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3939+ BST 916179 | 11:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 14:06 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3941+ BST 916180 | 11:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 14:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 2743+ ST 32551 | 12:04 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 14:38 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3943 | 12:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 14:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3943+ BST 916181 | 12:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 15:06 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 2745+ ST 32553 | 12:34 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 15:08 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3945+ BST 916182 | 12:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 15:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3945 | 12:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 15:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2747+ ST 32555 | 13:04 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 15:38 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3947+ BST 916183 | 13:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 16:06 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3947 | 13:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 15:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2749+ ST 32557 | 13:34 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 16:08 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3949+ BST 916184 | 13:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 16:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3949 | 13:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 16:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2751+ ST 32559 | 14:04 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 16:38 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3951+ BST 916185 | 14:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 17:06 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3951 | 14:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 16:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2753+ ST 32561 | 14:34 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 17:08 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3953+ BST 916186 | 14:45 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h51 | 17:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3953 | 14:45 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h26 | 17:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2755+ ST 32563 | 15:04 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 17:38 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3955+ BST 916187 | 15:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 18:06 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3955 | 15:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 17:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2757+ ST 32565 | 15:34 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 18:08 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3957+ BST 916188 | 15:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 18:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3957 | 15:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 18:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2759+ ST 32567 | 16:04 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 18:38 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3959+ BST 916189 | 16:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 19:06 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3959 | 16:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 18:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2761+ ST 32569 | 16:34 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 19:08 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3961+ BST 916190 | 16:45 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h51 | 19:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3961 | 16:45 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h26 | 19:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2763+ ST 32571 | 17:04 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 19:38 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3963+ BST 916191 | 17:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 20:06 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3963 | 17:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 19:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2765+ ST 32573 | 17:34 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 20:08 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3965+ BST 916192 | 17:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 20:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3965 | 17:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 20:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2767+ ST 32575 | 18:04 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 20:38 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3967+ BST 916193 | 18:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 21:06 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3967 | 18:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 20:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2769+ ST 32577 | 18:34 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 21:08 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3969+ BST 916194 | 18:45 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h51 | 21:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3969 | 18:45 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h26 | 21:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2971 · IC 3971+ BST 916195 | 19:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h56 | 22:06 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 2 changes | |
IC 2971+ ST 32579 | 19:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h28 | 21:38 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 2973+ ST 32581 · BST 916196 | 19:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h57 | 22:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 2 changes | |
IC 2975 · IC 3975+ BST 916197 | 20:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h57 | 23:06 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 2 changes | |
IC 2977+ ST 32585 · BST 916198 | 20:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h57 | 23:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 2 changes | |
IC 2979 · IC 3979+ BST 916199 | 21:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h57 | 0:06 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 2 changes | |
IC 2981+ ST 32589 · BST 916200 | 21:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h57 | 0:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 2 changes | |
IC 2983+ ST 732084 · BST 916241 | 22:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h15 | 1:24 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 30 July | |||||
IC 2917 · IC 3917+ BST 916168 | 5:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h57 | 8:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 2 changes | |
IC 2917+ ST 32525 | 5:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h29 | 8:08 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 2919 · IC 3919+ BST 916169 | 6:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h57 | 9:06 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 2 changes | |
IC 2919+ ST 32527 | 6:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h29 | 8:38 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 2921+ ST 32529 | 6:40 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h28 | 9:08 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 2921 · IC 3921+ BST 916170 | 6:40 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h56 | 9:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 2 changes | |
IC 2723+ ST 32531 | 7:04 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h34 | 9:38 Heerlen station | 1 change | |
IC 3923 | 7:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 9:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3923+ BST 916171 | 7:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 10:06 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
IC 3925+ BST 916172 | 7:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h52 | 10:36 Heerlen Woonboulevard | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Amsterdam to Heerlen
Trains from Amsterdam to Heerlen run on average 43 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 182 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 182 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 43 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 0:17 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Amsterdam to Heerlen trainsNS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Amsterdam and Heerlen from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Intercity
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Amsterdam to Heerlen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam 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
Important Stations and Airports in Amsterdam and Heerlen
Most Amsterdam to Heerlen trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Heerlen station pair, with some services arriving at Heerlen Woonboulevard. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Heerlen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Amsterdam station do trains to Heerlen leave from?
Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Getting to Amsterdam Muiderpoort from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Muiderpoort is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Muiderpoort train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Muiderpoort has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Kas, Wilde Zwijnen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Muiderpoort. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Muiderpoort. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Muiderpoort: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Muiderpoort: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Muiderpoort: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pestana Amsterdam Riverside Hotel, Hotel Arena, The Manor Amsterdam.
Getting to Amsterdam RAI from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam RAI is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam RAI train station facilities and services
Amsterdam RAI has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant As, Restaurant Riva
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam RAI. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam RAI. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam RAI: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam RAI: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam RAI: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel Amsterdam City, Holiday Inn Amsterdam, Motel One Amsterdam.
Which Heerlen station do trains from Amsterdam arrive at?
Getting to Heerlen from Heerlen city centre
Heerlen train station facilities and services
Heerlen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Brasserie Mijn Streek, Eetcafé A Gen Ing
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heerlen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heerlen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heerlen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heerlen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heerlen: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Van der Valk Hotel Heerlen, Stadshotel Botterweck, Tulip Inn Heerlen City Centre.
Getting to Heerlen Woonboulevard from Heerlen city centre
Heerlen Woonboulevard is 2 km from Heerlen city centre. Public transport options include:
Heerlen Woonboulevard train station facilities and services
Heerlen Woonboulevard has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Heerlen Woonboulevard.
Bike and car services
Available at Heerlen Woonboulevard: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heerlen Woonboulevard.
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