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The cheapest and fastest trains from Heerlen to Cologne
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 16 Oct
Cheapest price on 16 Oct
£36
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£36
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
1 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
1 h 25 m
Trains on 16 Oct
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heerlen to Cologne will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Fast trains
To travel from Heerlen to Cologne you need to make at least one change.
18923 · 109139:481h23Heerlen station11:11Cologne Hbf£361One-way1 change- 18921 · 268159:181h26Heerlen station10:44Cologne Hbf£361One-way1 change
- 18919 · 109118:481h24Heerlen station10:12Cologne Hbf£361One-way1 change
- 18925 · 2681710:181h26Heerlen station11:44Cologne Hbf£361One-way1 change
- 18917 · 268138:181h26Heerlen station9:44Cologne Hbf£361One-way1 change
- 18923 · 109139:481h23Heerlen station11:11Cologne Hbf£361One-way1 change
- 18919 · 109118:481h24Heerlen station10:12Cologne Hbf£361One-way1 change
- 18921 · 268159:181h26Heerlen station10:44Cologne Hbf£361One-way1 change
- 18925 · 2681710:181h26Heerlen station11:44Cologne Hbf£361One-way1 change
- 18917 · 268138:181h26Heerlen station9:44Cologne Hbf£361One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Heerlen to Cologne
Netherlands
Germany
Trains from Heerlen to Cologne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 0m.
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
Coach from £3
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 0:18 |
Last train 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Coach from £3
Live departures
Heerlen to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Heerlen to Cologne trains for tomorrow, Friday 16 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18917 · 26813 | 8:18 Heerlen station | 1h26 | 9:44 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| 18919 · 10911 | 8:48 Heerlen station | 1h24 | 10:12 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| 18921 · 26815 | 9:18 Heerlen station | 1h26 | 10:44 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| 18923 · 10913 | 9:48 Heerlen station | 1h23 | 11:11 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| 18925 · 26817 | 10:18 Heerlen station | 1h26 | 11:44 Cologne Hbf | 1 change |
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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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£22
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
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
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Things to do in Cologne
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- Must visit
Römisch-Germanisches Museum
Archaeological museum built around Roman remains, especially the Dionysus mosaic. Excellent for understanding Cologne’s Roman origins.
- Recommended
Museum Schnütgen
Major art museum with medieval painting, sculpture and applied arts. A strong choice for seeing Cologne’s artistic heritage in one place.
- Must visit
Altstadt
Historic old town lanes and squares by the Rhine, packed with colourful houses, churches and viewpoints. Ideal for a classic Cologne stroll.
- Recommended
Rheinpromenade
Long Rhine promenade with bridge, cathedral and river views. Popular for walking, photography and watching boats pass through the city centre.
- Recommended
Alter Markt
Lively square in the old town framed by historic buildings and museums. A useful base for sightseeing and one of Cologne’s best-known public spaces.
Halver Hahn
Rye bread with butter, cheese, ham or sausage, traditionally served in Cologne breweries as a simple local snack with Kölsch.
Himmel un Ääd
Hearty dish of black pudding with fried onions and mashed potatoes, a Rhineland classic closely associated with Cologne home cooking.
Rheinischer Sauerbraten
Slow-cooked horsemeat in a sweet-sour raisin sauce, a historic Rhineland speciality still served in a few traditional Cologne restaurants.
Brauhaus Päffgen
Classic Brauhaus serving Päffgen Kölsch and Rhineland favourites in a bustling, wood-panelled setting popular with locals.
Brauerei zur Malzmühle
Traditional brewery venue by Heumarkt with house Kölsch and dependable regional cooking in a spacious historic hall.
Lommerzheim
Long-established restaurant for refined German and Rhineland cooking, with a more formal atmosphere than a typical Brauhaus.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and public transport are broadly manageable for most city-break budgets.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.80-4.50 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is often included, but it is usual to round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if service was good.
KVB-App
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €3.70
- Day pass
- €9.60
To the city centre
Cologne Hbf -> Neumarkt, Cologne
- Distance
- 1.5 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Ticket machines are available at many central stops and on vehicles; the KVB-App also sells tickets and shows live departures.
- For Cologne city travel, use fare level 1b for a 24-hour ticket. Card or contactless payment may be available at machines, but check before boarding.
FAQs: Heerlen to Cologne train
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Heerlen to Cologne can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The train journey from Heerlen to Cologne covers a distance of 68 km and takes approximately 1h 0m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Heerlen to Cologne is 68 km.
The first train from Heerlen to Cologne leaves at 0:18.
The last train from Heerlen to Cologne departs at 23:15.
Trains from Heerlen to Cologne run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Heerlen to Cologne.
There is no night train service from Heerlen to Cologne.
The train station in Heerlen that goes to Cologne is Heerlen station, and it arrives at Cologne Hbf.
Booking trains from Heerlen to Cologne in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Heerlen to Cologne offers pleasant views of the rolling landscapes and charming towns of the Dutch Limburg region and the Rhine area in Germany, though it is not typically considered exceptionally scenic compared to other routes in Europe.
Yes, you can take the train from Heerlen to Cologne.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Heerlen and Cologne
Most Heerlen to Cologne trains use the Heerlen to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Use this guide to compare Heerlen and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Heerlen
Arrival train stations in Cologne
Which Heerlen station do trains to Cologne leave from?
Trains from Heerlen to Cologne leave from Heerlen. The station is 1 km from Heerlen city centre at Stationsplein 3, 6411 NE Heerlen, Netherlands.
HeerlenStationsplein 3, 6411 NE Heerlen, Netherlands+31 30 751 5155
City-centre transport
Getting to Heerlen from Heerlen city centre
Bus43, 4, 8, 601, 643, 10 · 5m · £2 · every ~13 min
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.
Which Cologne station do trains from Heerlen arrive at?
Trains from Heerlen to Cologne most often arrive at Köln Hbf. Some services arrive at Köln/Bonn Flughafen, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Cologne arrival station.
Köln HbfTrankgasse 11, 50667 Cologne, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRb26 · 16m · £7 · every ~3 min
BusIvano-Frankivsk · 20m
Subway16 · 46m · £5 · every ~9 min
18, 16 · 51m · £5 · every ~14 min
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln/Bonn FlughafenKöln/Bonn Flughafen, Waldstraße 247, 51147 Köln
City-centre transport
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe · 17m · £4 · every ~2 min
Rb26 · 21m · £4
Re · 23m · every ~2 min
BusS19, S12 · 29m · £5
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Köln Airport-BusinessparkKöln Airport-Businesspark, August-Horch-Straße 3, 51149 Köln
City-centre transport
Getting to Köln Airport-Businesspark from Cologne city centre
Köln Airport-Businesspark is 7 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS12 · 5m · £2 · every ~5 min
S12 · 8m · £2 · every ~5 min
Köln Airport-Businesspark train station facilities and services
Köln Airport-Businesspark has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Yilmaz, Bistro im Park, Restaurant Fernandes, Orient Palais Restaurants & Catering
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Airport-Businesspark. ATMs are available at Köln Airport-Businesspark.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Airport-Businesspark. Information desks are available at Köln Airport-Businesspark.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Airport-Businesspark. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Airport-Businesspark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Airport-Businesspark: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Airport-Businesspark.
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