How to get from Erkelenz to Ahlen by train?

By train

To get from Erkelenz to Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), take the RE4 train from Erkelenz, Bahnhof station to Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof station. Next, take the RE6 (RRX) train from Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof station to Ahlen (Westf) Bf station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 25 min.

145min
Train - RE4RE4
Train - RE6 (RRX)RE6 (RRX)
Leaves from Erkelenz, Bahnhof

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Erkelenz
  • 2
    Train - RE4RE4
    Wait for train
    RE4
    Dortmund Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof
    40 min
  • 4
    Train - RE6 (RRX)RE6 (RRX)
    Wait for train
    RE6 (RRX)
    Minden Hbf
  • 5
    Ride to train station Ahlen (Westf) Bf
    Ride to train station
    Ahlen (Westf) Bf
    89 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via RE4 and RE6

To get from Erkelenz to Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), take the RE4 train from Erkelenz, Bahnhof station to Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof station. Next, take the RE6 train from Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof station to Ahlen (Westf) Bf station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 26 min.

146min
Train - RE4RE4
Train - RE6RE6
Leaves from Erkelenz, Bahnhof

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Erkelenz
  • 2
    Train - RE4RE4
    Wait for train
    RE4
    Dortmund Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof
    40 min
  • 4
    Train - RE6RE6
    Wait for train
    RE6
    Minden, Bahnhof
  • 5
    Ride to train station Ahlen (Westf) Bf
    Ride to train station
    Ahlen (Westf) Bf
    89 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Erkelenz to Ahlen

The distance between Erkelenz, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and Ahlen, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) is approximately 164.63 km, which can typically be travelled in 145 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Erkelenz to Ahlen by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Erkelenz

Erkelenz is located at Erkelenz, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and the nearest public transit station is Erkelenz Bf.

Train stations close to Erkelenz:

  • Mönchengladbach Herrath Bf

Bus stations close to Erkelenz:

  • Erkelenz Bf
  • Erkelenz, Bahnhof (Bus)
  • Erkelenz, Anton-Heinen Straße

Public transit stations close to Ahlen, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)

Ahlen is located at Ahlen, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and the nearest public transit station is Ahlen, Gerichtsstraße.

Train stations close to Ahlen:

  • Ahlen (Westf) Bf

Bus stations close to Ahlen:

  • Ahlen, Gerichtsstraße
  • Ahlen, Marienplatz
  • Ahlen, am Bahndamm

Related Routes

Alternative route by train via RE4 and RE6

To get from Erkelenz to Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), take the RE4 train from Erkelenz, Bahnhof station to Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof station. Next, take the RE6 train from Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof station to Ahlen (Westf) Bf station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 26 min.

146min
Train - RE4RE4
Train - RE6RE6
Leaves from Erkelenz, Bahnhof

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Erkelenz
  • 2
    Train - RE4RE4
    Wait for train
    RE4
    Dortmund Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof
    40 min
  • 4
    Train - RE6RE6
    Wait for train
    RE6
    Minden, Bahnhof
  • 5
    Ride to train station Ahlen (Westf) Bf
    Ride to train station
    Ahlen (Westf) Bf
    89 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Erkelenz to Ahlen?

    The fastest way takes 145 minutes, using Bus line RE4, Bus line RE6 (RRX).

  • What is the alternative route to get from Erkelenz to Ahlen?

    The alternative route takes 146 minutes, using Bus line RE4, Bus line RE6.

  • Is there a direct train between Erkelenz and Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 25 min.

  • Which train line goes from Erkelenz to Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    The RE4 train line goes from Dortmund Hbf station near Erkelenz to Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof station near Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)

  • How long does it take to travel from Erkelenz to Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train?

    The total travel time between Erkelenz and Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train is about 2 hr 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Erkelenz to get to Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    Get on the RE4 train from the Dortmund Hbf station near Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Erkelenz and Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    Get off the train at the Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof station, which is closest to Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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