How to get from Maastricht to Kerkrade by bus and train?

From Maastricht to Kerkrade by bus and train

To get from Maastricht to Kerkrade in Kerkrade, take the 3 bus from Maastricht, Helmstraat station to Maastricht, Station Maastricht station. Next, take the STOPTREIN RS18 train from Maastricht station to Kerkrade Centrum station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The bus and train schedule from Maastricht may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Kerkrade on the Moovit app.

83min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 33
Train - STOPTREIN RS18STOPTREIN RS18
Walk to Kerkrade
Leaves from Maastricht, Helmstraat

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Maastricht, Helmstraat
    ID 66590280
    280 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    P+R Noord
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Maastricht, Station Maastricht
    ID 66590910
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Maastricht
    140 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - STOPTREIN RS18STOPTREIN RS18
    Wait for train
    STOPTREIN RS18
    Kerkrade Centrum
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Kerkrade Centrum
    46 min
  • 7
    Walk to Kerkrade
    Walk to
    Kerkrade
    560 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Maastricht to Kerkrade by bus and train via 4 and STOPTREIN RS18

To get from Maastricht to Kerkrade in Kerkrade, take the 4 bus from Maastricht, Boschstraat/Markt station to Maastricht, Station Maastricht station. Next, take the STOPTREIN RS18 train from Maastricht station to Kerkrade Centrum station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The bus and train schedule from Maastricht may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Kerkrade on the Moovit app.

71min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 44
Train - STOPTREIN RS18STOPTREIN RS18
Walk to Kerkrade
Leaves from Maastricht, Boschstraat/Markt

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Maastricht, Boschstraat/Markt
    560 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Valkenburg Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Maastricht, Station Maastricht
    ID 66590910
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Maastricht
    140 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - STOPTREIN RS18STOPTREIN RS18
    Wait for train
    STOPTREIN RS18
    Kerkrade Centrum
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Kerkrade Centrum
    46 min
  • 7
    Walk to Kerkrade
    Walk to
    Kerkrade
    560 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Maastricht to Kerkrade

The distance between Maastricht and Kerkrade is approximately 34.79 km, which can typically be travelled in 83 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Maastricht to Kerkrade by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Kerkrade – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Maastricht to Kerkrade

To check the bus and train schedule from Maastricht to Kerkrade using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Maastricht) and destination (Kerkrade), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and 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 bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Maastricht to Kerkrade by bus and train via 4 and STOPTREIN RS18

To get from Maastricht to Kerkrade in Kerkrade, take the 4 bus from Maastricht, Boschstraat/Markt station to Maastricht, Station Maastricht station. Next, take the STOPTREIN RS18 train from Maastricht station to Kerkrade Centrum station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The bus and train schedule from Maastricht may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Kerkrade on the Moovit app.

71min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 44
Train - STOPTREIN RS18STOPTREIN RS18
Walk to Kerkrade
Leaves from Maastricht, Boschstraat/Markt

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Maastricht, Boschstraat/Markt
    560 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Valkenburg Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Maastricht, Station Maastricht
    ID 66590910
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Maastricht
    140 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - STOPTREIN RS18STOPTREIN RS18
    Wait for train
    STOPTREIN RS18
    Kerkrade Centrum
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Kerkrade Centrum
    46 min
  • 7
    Walk to Kerkrade
    Walk to
    Kerkrade
    560 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 83 minutes, using Bus line 3, Train line STOPTREIN RS18.

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

    The alternative route takes 71 minutes, using Bus line 4, Train line STOPTREIN RS18.

  • Is there a direct bus between Maastricht and Kerkrade?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Maastricht to Kerkrade?

    The 3 bus line goes from Maastricht, Helmstraat station near Maastricht in Maastricht to P+R Noord station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till P+R Noord station near Kerkrade.

  • How long does it take to travel from Maastricht to Kerkrade by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Maastricht and Kerkrade by bus and train is about 1 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Maastricht to get to Kerkrade?

    Get on the 3 bus from the Maastricht, Helmstraat stop near Maastricht in Maastricht.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Maastricht and Kerkrade?

    Get off the bus at the P+R Noord station, which is closest to Kerkrade.

  • When is the last train from Maastricht to Kerkrade?

    The last train from Maastricht in Maastricht to Kerkrade in Kerkrade is the Kerkrade Centrum <-> Maastricht Randwyck ST32000 line. It leaves the Maastricht station at 12:41 AM.

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