How to get from Kerkrade to Erkelenz by train?

By train

To get from Kerkrade to Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), take the RE18 train from Eygelshoven Markt station to Herzogenrath, Bf station. Next, take the RE4 train from Herzogenrath, Bf station to Erkelenz, Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min.

35min
Train - RE18RE18
Train - RE4RE4
Leaves from Eygelshoven Markt

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Kerkrade
  • 2
    Train - RE18RE18
    Wait for train
    RE18
    Aachen, Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Herzogenrath, Bf
    4 min
  • 4
    Train - RE4RE4
    Wait for train
    RE4
    Dortmund Hbf
  • 5
    Ride to train station Erkelenz, Bahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Erkelenz, Bahnhof
    22 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via RE18 and RB33

To get from Kerkrade to Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), take the RE18 train from Eygelshoven Markt station to Herzogenrath, Bf station. Next, take the RB33 train from Herzogenrath, Bf station to Erkelenz, Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min.

56min
Train - RE18RE18
Train - RB33RB33
Leaves from Eygelshoven Markt

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Kerkrade
  • 2
    Train - RE18RE18
    Wait for train
    RE18
    Aachen, Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Herzogenrath, Bf
    4 min
  • 4
    Train - RB33RB33
    Wait for train
    RB33
    Essen Steele S
  • 5
    Ride to train station Erkelenz, Bahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Erkelenz, Bahnhof
    28 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Kerkrade to Erkelenz

The distance between Kerkrade, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and Erkelenz, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) is approximately 35.24 km, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Kerkrade 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 Kerkrade

Kerkrade is located at Kerkrade, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and the nearest public transit station is Herzogenrath, Merkstein Alt-Merkstein Bf.

Train stations close to Kerkrade:

  • Herzogenrath, Merkstein Alt-Merkstein Bf
  • Herzogenrath, Grenze
  • Bahnhof - Übach-Palenberg

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, Anton-Heinen Straße.

Train stations close to Erkelenz:

  • Mönchengladbach Herrath Bf
  • Erkelenz, Bahnhof

Bus stations close to Erkelenz:

  • Erkelenz, Anton-Heinen Straße
  • Erkelenz, Aachener Straße
  • Erkelenz, Agentur Für Arbeit

Related Routes

Alternative route by train via RE18 and RB33

To get from Kerkrade to Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), take the RE18 train from Eygelshoven Markt station to Herzogenrath, Bf station. Next, take the RB33 train from Herzogenrath, Bf station to Erkelenz, Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min.

56min
Train - RE18RE18
Train - RB33RB33
Leaves from Eygelshoven Markt

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Kerkrade
  • 2
    Train - RE18RE18
    Wait for train
    RE18
    Aachen, Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Herzogenrath, Bf
    4 min
  • 4
    Train - RB33RB33
    Wait for train
    RB33
    Essen Steele S
  • 5
    Ride to train station Erkelenz, Bahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Erkelenz, Bahnhof
    28 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Bus line RE18, Bus line RE4.

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

    The alternative route takes 56 minutes, using Bus line RE18, Bus line RB33.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 35 min.

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

    The RE18 train line goes from Aachen, Hbf station near Kerkrade to Herzogenrath, Bf station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Herzogenrath, Bf station near Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)

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

    The total travel time between Kerkrade and Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train is about 35 min.

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

    Get on the RE18 train from the Aachen, Hbf station near Kerkrade in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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

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

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