How to get from Jülich to Erkrath by train?

From Jülich to Erkrath by train

To get from Jülich to Erkrath in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the RB21 train from Jülich, Forschungszentrum Bf station to Bahnhof - Düren station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE1 (RRX) train and finally take the S8 train from Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof station to Erkrath Erkrath S station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 30 min. The train schedule from Jülich may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Erkrath on the Moovit app.

150min
Walk to train station
Train - RB21RB21
Train - RE1 (RRX)RE1 (RRX)
Train - S8S8
Walk to Erkrath
Leaves from Jülich, Forschungszentrum Bf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Jülich, Forschungszentrum Bf
    1.61 km • 21 min
  • 2
    Train - RB21RB21
    Wait for train
    RB21
    Düren, Bf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bahnhof - Düren
    18 min
  • 4
    Train - RE1 (RRX)RE1 (RRX)
    Wait for train
    RE1 (RRX)
    Hamm (Westf) Hbf
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof
    63 min
  • 6
    Train - S8S8
    Wait for train
    S8
    Hagen Hbf
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Erkrath Erkrath S
    8 min
  • 8
    Walk to Erkrath
    Walk to
    Erkrath
    1.26 km • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Jülich to Erkrath

The distance between Jülich, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and Erkrath, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) is approximately 102.22 km, which can typically be travelled in 150 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Jülich to Erkrath by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Jülich to Erkrath

To check the train schedule from Jülich to Erkrath using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Jülich) and destination (Erkrath), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Jülich to Erkrath?

    The fastest way takes 150 minutes, using Train line RB21, Train line RE1 (RRX), Train line S8.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 30 min.

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

    The RB21 train line goes from Jülich, Forschungszentrum Bf station near Jülich to Bahnhof - Düren station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Bahnhof - Düren station near Erkrath in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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

    The total travel time between Jülich and Erkrath in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train is about 2 hr 30 min.

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

    Get on the RB21 train from the Jülich, Forschungszentrum Bf station near Jülich in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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

    Get off the train at the Bahnhof - Düren station, which is closest to Erkrath in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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