How to get from Nijmegen to Heerlen by train?

By train

To get from Nijmegen to Heerlen in Netherlands, take the RS11 train from Nijmegen station to Roermond station. Next, take the IC train from Roermond station to Heerlen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 20 min.

140min
Walk to train station
Train - RS11RS11
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Heerlen
Leaves from Nijmegen
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Nijmegen
    590 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - RS11RS11
    Wait for train
    RS11
    Roermond
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Roermond
    77 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Heerlen
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Heerlen
    31 min
  • 6
    Walk to Heerlen
    Walk to
    Heerlen
    370 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via RS11, RS12 and STOPTREIN RS15

To get from Nijmegen to Heerlen in Netherlands, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the RS11 train from Nijmegen station to Roermond station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RS12 train and finally take the STOPTREIN RS15 train from Sittard station to Heerlen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 47 min.

167min
Walk to train station
Train - RS11RS11
Train - RS12RS12
Train - STOPTREIN RS15STOPTREIN RS15
Walk to Heerlen
Leaves from Nijmegen
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Nijmegen
    590 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - RS11RS11
    Wait for train
    RS11
    Roermond
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Roermond
    77 min
  • 4
    Train - RS12RS12
    Wait for train
    RS12
    Maastricht Randwyck
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sittard
    18 min
  • 6
    Train - STOPTREIN RS15STOPTREIN RS15
    Wait for train
    STOPTREIN RS15
    Heerlen
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Heerlen
    20 min
  • 8
    Walk to Heerlen
    Walk to
    Heerlen
    370 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Nijmegen to Heerlen
The distance between Nijmegen, Netherlands and Heerlen, Netherlands is approximately 128.21 km, which can typically be travelled in 140 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Nijmegen to Heerlen by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Netherlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transit stations close to Nijmegen

Nijmegen is located at Nijmegen, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Nijmegen, Smetiusstraat.

Train stations close to Nijmegen:

  • Nijmegen Heyendaal
  • Nijmegen
  • Nijmegen Lent

Bus stations close to Nijmegen:

  • Nijmegen, Smetiusstraat
  • Nijmegen, Centrum Zuid
  • Nijmegen, Plein 1944 (C)
Public transit stations close to Heerlen, Netherlands

Heerlen is located at Heerlen, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Heerlen, Theater.

Train stations close to Heerlen:

  • Heerlen
  • Heerlen Woonboulevard
  • Voerendaal

Bus stations close to Heerlen:

  • Heerlen, Theater
  • Heerlen, Station
  • Heerlen
Related Routes

Alternative route by train via RS11, RS12 and STOPTREIN RS15

To get from Nijmegen to Heerlen in Netherlands, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the RS11 train from Nijmegen station to Roermond station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RS12 train and finally take the STOPTREIN RS15 train from Sittard station to Heerlen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 47 min.

167min
Walk to train station
Train - RS11RS11
Train - RS12RS12
Train - STOPTREIN RS15STOPTREIN RS15
Walk to Heerlen
Leaves from Nijmegen
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Nijmegen
    590 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - RS11RS11
    Wait for train
    RS11
    Roermond
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Roermond
    77 min
  • 4
    Train - RS12RS12
    Wait for train
    RS12
    Maastricht Randwyck
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sittard
    18 min
  • 6
    Train - STOPTREIN RS15STOPTREIN RS15
    Wait for train
    STOPTREIN RS15
    Heerlen
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Heerlen
    20 min
  • 8
    Walk to Heerlen
    Walk to
    Heerlen
    370 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Nijmegen to Heerlen?

    The fastest way takes 140 minutes, using Bus line RS11, Bus line IC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Nijmegen to Heerlen?

    The alternative route takes 167 minutes, using Bus line RS11, Bus line RS12, Bus line STOPTREIN RS15.

  • Is there a direct train between Nijmegen and Heerlen in Netherlands?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 20 min.

  • Which train line goes from Nijmegen to Heerlen in Netherlands?

    The RS11 train line goes from Nijmegen station near Nijmegen to Roermond station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Roermond station near Heerlen in Netherlands

  • How long does it take to travel from Nijmegen to Heerlen in Netherlands by train?

    The total travel time between Nijmegen and Heerlen in Netherlands by train is about 2 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Nijmegen to get to Heerlen in Netherlands?

    Get on the RS11 train from the Nijmegen station near Nijmegen in Netherlands.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Nijmegen and Heerlen in Netherlands?

    Get off the train at the Roermond station, which is closest to Heerlen in Netherlands.

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