What is the best way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Heerlen?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Carpool to Heerlen from Gelsenkirchen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Heerlen from Gelsenkirchen?
You can reach Heerlen with just £7 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Deutsche Bahn1h 39m019:04Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport20:43HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 19/12/2025 19:04:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 19/12/2025 20:43:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 39m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 40m021:03Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport22:43HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 19/12/2025 21:03:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 19/12/2025 22:43:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 38m023:04Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport00:42HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 19/12/2025 23:04:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 20/12/2025 00:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 38m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 43m004:04GelsenkirchenCentral Station06:47HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 19/12/2025 04:04:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 19/12/2025 06:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 43m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 45m006:02Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport07:47HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 19/12/2025 06:02:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 19/12/2025 07:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
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BlaBlaCar1h 10m011:30Dusseldorf Airport12:40Heerlen0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 24/12/2025 11:30:00 to , Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 24/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 43m004:04GelsenkirchenCentral Station06:47HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 24/12/2025 04:04:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 24/12/2025 06:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 43m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 13m005:34GelsenkirchenCentral Station07:47HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 24/12/2025 05:34:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 24/12/2025 07:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 13m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 13m006:34GelsenkirchenCentral Station08:47HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 24/12/2025 06:34:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 24/12/2025 08:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 13m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 9m007:34GelsenkirchenCentral Station09:43HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 24/12/2025 07:34:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 24/12/2025 09:43:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 9m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 13m008:34GelsenkirchenCentral Station10:47HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 24/12/2025 08:34:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 24/12/2025 10:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 13m
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What are the fastest trips from Gelsenkirchen to Heerlen?
You can get to Heerlen from Gelsenkirchen in just 1h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Deutsche Bahn1h 38m023:04Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport00:42HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 19/12/2025 23:04:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 20/12/2025 00:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 38m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 39m019:04Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport20:43HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 19/12/2025 19:04:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 19/12/2025 20:43:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 39m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 40m021:03Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport22:43HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 19/12/2025 21:03:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 19/12/2025 22:43:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 45m006:02Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport07:47HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 19/12/2025 06:02:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 19/12/2025 07:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 43m004:04GelsenkirchenCentral Station06:47HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 19/12/2025 04:04:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 19/12/2025 06:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 43m
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BlaBlaCar1h 10m011:30Dusseldorf Airport12:40Heerlen0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 24/12/2025 11:30:00 to , Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 24/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 9m007:34GelsenkirchenCentral Station09:43HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 24/12/2025 07:34:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 24/12/2025 09:43:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 9m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 13m005:34GelsenkirchenCentral Station07:47HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 24/12/2025 05:34:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 24/12/2025 07:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 13m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 13m006:34GelsenkirchenCentral Station08:47HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 24/12/2025 06:34:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 24/12/2025 08:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 13m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 13m008:34GelsenkirchenCentral Station10:47HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 24/12/2025 08:34:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 24/12/2025 10:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 13m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 43m004:04GelsenkirchenCentral Station06:47HeerlenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 24/12/2025 04:04:00 to Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) arriving at 24/12/2025 06:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 43m
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Gelsenkirchen to Heerlen
What are the most popular stations in Gelsenkirchen and Heerlen?
In Gelsenkirchen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central bus station or Buer Nord Train Station, while in Heerlen you will be arriving at Uitstaphalte Bus Stop, Woonboulevard Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Heerlen from Gelsenkirchen? With 5 connections between 1 Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Gelsenkirchen and Heerlen, you can pay as low as £7 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Heerlen in just 1h 10m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Gelsenkirchen and Heerlen are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Gelsenkirchen and Heerlen is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Herne or to Landgraaf, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at Liege Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Gelsenkirchen to Heerlen?
The most popular companies between Gelsenkirchen and Heerlen, are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Gelsenkirchen to Heerlen
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Gelsenkirchen to Heerlen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Gelsenkirchen to Heerlen
How can I reach Heerlen from Gelsenkirchen?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Heerlen from Gelsenkirchen.
How far is Heerlen from Gelsenkirchen?
The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Heerlen is 104.4 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Gelsenkirchen and Heerlen?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 18 kgs, and a flight 26 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Gelsenkirchen to Heerlen?
You can get to Heerlen with just £7 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
What is the fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Heerlen?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Heerlen in just 1h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to Gelsenkirchen and to Heerlen
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Gelsenkirchen and to Heerlen. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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