How to get from Helmenzen to Erkelenz by train?

By train

To get from Helmenzen to Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the RB90 train from Altenkirchen Bf station to Windeck, Au (Sieg) Bf station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE9 train and finally take the RE4 train from Aachen, Hbf station to Erkelenz, Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 6 min.

246min
Walk to train station
Train - RB90RB90
Train - RE9RE9
Train - RE4RE4
Leaves from Altenkirchen Bf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Altenkirchen Bf
    1.87 km • 24 min
  • 2
    Train - RB90RB90
    Wait for train
    RB90
    Siegen Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Windeck, Au (Sieg) Bf
    18 min
  • 4
    Train - RE9RE9
    Wait for train
    RE9
    Aachen, Hbf
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aachen, Hbf
    118 min
  • 6
    Train - RE4RE4
    Wait for train
    RE4
    Dortmund Hbf
  • 7
    Ride to train station Erkelenz, Bahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Erkelenz, Bahnhof
    37 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via RB90, RE9 and RB33

To get from Helmenzen to Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the RB90 train from Altenkirchen Bf station to Windeck, Au (Sieg) Bf station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE9 train and finally take the RB33 train from Aachen, Hauptbahnhof station to Erkelenz, Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 27 min.

267min
Walk to train station
Train - RB90RB90
Train - RE9RE9
Train - RB33RB33
Leaves from Altenkirchen Bf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Altenkirchen Bf
    1.87 km • 24 min
  • 2
    Train - RB90RB90
    Wait for train
    RB90
    Siegen Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Windeck, Au (Sieg) Bf
    18 min
  • 4
    Train - RE9RE9
    Wait for train
    RE9
    Aachen, Hbf
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aachen, Hauptbahnhof
    118 min
  • 6
    Train - RB33RB33
    Wait for train
    RB33
    Essen Hbf
  • 7
    Ride to train station Erkelenz, Bahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Erkelenz, Bahnhof
    43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Helmenzen to Erkelenz

The distance between Helmenzen, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and Erkelenz, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) is approximately 195.23 km, which can typically be travelled in 246 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Helmenzen to Erkelenz 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 Helmenzen

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

Train stations close to Helmenzen:

  • Altenkirchen Bf

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

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

Train stations close to Erkelenz:

  • Erkelenz, Bahnhof
  • Mönchengladbach Herrath Bf

Bus stations close to Erkelenz:

  • Erkelenz Bf
  • Erkelenz, Bahnhof (Bus)
  • Erkelenz, Wirth + Co

Related Routes

Alternative route by train via RB90, RE9 and RB33

To get from Helmenzen to Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the RB90 train from Altenkirchen Bf station to Windeck, Au (Sieg) Bf station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE9 train and finally take the RB33 train from Aachen, Hauptbahnhof station to Erkelenz, Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 27 min.

267min
Walk to train station
Train - RB90RB90
Train - RE9RE9
Train - RB33RB33
Leaves from Altenkirchen Bf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Altenkirchen Bf
    1.87 km • 24 min
  • 2
    Train - RB90RB90
    Wait for train
    RB90
    Siegen Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Windeck, Au (Sieg) Bf
    18 min
  • 4
    Train - RE9RE9
    Wait for train
    RE9
    Aachen, Hbf
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aachen, Hauptbahnhof
    118 min
  • 6
    Train - RB33RB33
    Wait for train
    RB33
    Essen Hbf
  • 7
    Ride to train station Erkelenz, Bahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Erkelenz, Bahnhof
    43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 246 minutes, using Bus line RB90, Bus line RE9, Bus line RE4.

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

    The alternative route takes 267 minutes, using Bus line RB90, Bus line RE9, Bus line RB33.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 6 min.

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

    The RB90 train line goes from Altenkirchen Bf station near Helmenzen to Siegen Hbf station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Siegen Hbf station near Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)

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

    The total travel time between Helmenzen and Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train is about 4 hr 6 min.

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

    Get on the RB90 train from the Altenkirchen Bf station near Helmenzen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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

    Get off the train at the Siegen Hbf station, which is closest to Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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