1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wide seats
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
33 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
33 m
Trains on 17 Sept
37
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maastricht to Heerlen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maastricht to Heerlen will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 37 trains from Maastricht to Heerlen, including 37 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 33 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.
S 18921
ST 32018
ST 32020
ST 32016
S 18917
S 18921
S 18917
S 18909
S 18913
S 18937Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maastricht to Heerlen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 21 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £5 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.20. The journey takes 46m versus 25m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Maastricht to Heerlen trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ST 32008 | 5:35 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 6:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 18909 | 5:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h33 | 6:15 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32010 | 6:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 6:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32012 | 6:35 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 7:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 18913 | 6:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h33 | 7:15 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32014 | 7:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 7:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32016 | 7:35 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 8:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 18917 | 7:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h33 | 8:15 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32018 | 8:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 8:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32020 | 8:35 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 9:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 18921 | 8:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h33 | 9:15 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32022 | 9:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 9:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32024 | 9:35 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 10:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 18925 | 9:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h33 | 10:15 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32026 | 10:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 10:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32028 | 10:35 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 11:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 18929 | 10:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h33 | 11:15 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32030 | 11:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 11:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32032 | 11:35 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 12:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 18933 | 11:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h33 | 12:15 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32034 | 12:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 12:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32036 | 12:35 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 13:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 18937 | 12:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h33 | 13:15 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32038 | 13:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 13:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32040 | 13:35 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 14:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 18941 | 13:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h33 | 14:15 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32042 | 14:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 14:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32044 | 14:35 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 15:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 18945 | 14:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h33 | 15:15 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32046 | 15:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 15:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32048 | 15:35 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 16:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 18949 | 15:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h33 | 16:15 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32050 | 16:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 16:41 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 32052 | 16:35 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h36 | 17:11 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 18953 | 16:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 0h33 | 17:15 Heerlen station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Maastricht to Heerlen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 33m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 23:49 |
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Discover the best of Heerlen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Heerlen trip today.
Museum built around excavated Roman baths, with finds and displays that explain ancient Coriovallum and daily life in Roman Heerlen.
Contemporary art museum in the Glaspaleis, showing changing exhibitions in a notable modernist building at the heart of the city.
Underground museum route through a former mine district, presenting mining heritage and murals in an unusual urban setting.
Central square framed by key civic buildings, terraces and events. It is the natural starting point for exploring Heerlen on foot.
Creative quarter known for murals, former industrial spaces and cultural venues. It shows Heerlen’s evolving identity beyond the historic centre.
Well-known walking route for viewing Heerlen’s street art and large-scale murals. It is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore the city.
Limburgse vlaai is the region’s signature fruit or rice tart, traditionally baked for celebrations and coffee moments across South Limburg.
Zuurvlees is a sweet-sour Limburg beef stew, slowly braised with vinegar and syrup. It is a comforting local classic often served with chips.
Balkenbrij is a sliced pork-based pan-fried loaf with spices and buckwheat or flour, rooted in farmhouse cooking and winter traditions in the region.
Stylish city-centre restaurant serving modern European dishes in a smart but relaxed setting, suitable for dinner and drinks.
Established grand café on the Pancratiusplein, known for Limburg hospitality, classic dishes, terrace seating and local beers.
Popular casual venue for burgers, grilled meats and hearty mains in an informal atmosphere near the centre.
Moderate for the Netherlands. Dining and hotels are usually cheaper than Amsterdam, while local transport and coffee remain in the typical Dutch price range.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafés.
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Heerlen station -> Heerlen Centrum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maastricht 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.

Most Maastricht to Heerlen trains use the Maastricht Randwyck to Heerlen station pair, with some services arriving at Heerlen Woonboulevard. Use this guide to compare Maastricht and Heerlen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Maastricht Randwyck is 2 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht Randwyck has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Maastricht Randwyck.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Maastricht Randwyck. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht Randwyck: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Maastricht, Hotel Randwyck, Apart Hotel Randwyck.
Maastricht is 1 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht 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 options include: Restaurant Witloof, Grand Café Maastricht Soiron
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Maastricht. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Maastricht. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maastricht: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maastricht: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Maastricht, Hotel Beaumont, Kaboom Hotel.
Maastricht Noord is 3 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Hotel and Car Rental.
Available at Maastricht Noord: Parking.
Available at Maastricht Noord: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht Noord.
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 options include: Brasserie Mijn Streek, Eetcafé A Gen Ing
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Heerlen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Heerlen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heerlen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heerlen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heerlen: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Van der Valk Hotel Heerlen, Stadshotel Botterweck, Tulip Inn Heerlen City Centre.
Heerlen Woonboulevard is 2 km from Heerlen city centre. Public transport options include:
Heerlen Woonboulevard has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Heerlen Woonboulevard.
Available at Heerlen Woonboulevard: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heerlen Woonboulevard.
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