Travel to Maastricht

Maastricht is located in the southernmost tip of the Netherlands, where the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany meet. Known for its rich history, international flair, and compact walkable city center, Maastricht is easy to reach and explore.

Getting to Maastricht

🚆 By Train

By Train

Traveling by train is the most sustainable and often the most convenient way to reach Maastricht, as the city is well-connected to major European cities via regional and international rail networks.

  • From Amsterdam (Schiphol Airport): Direct trains to Maastricht Central Station run every 30 minutes (approx. 2.5–3 hours).
  • From Brussels (Zaventem Airport): Take a direct train to Leuven or Liège, then transfer to Maastricht (approx. 1.5–2 hours).
  • From Paris (Charles de Gaulle Airport): High-speed Thalys/Eurostar trains to Liège, then a 30-minute train to Maastricht (approx. 3–3.5 hours).
  • From Cologne(-Bonn Airport): Regional trains connect via Aachen to Maastricht (approx. 2 hours).
  • From London (Heathrow Airport): Eurostar to Brussels or Amsterdam, then onward by train (approx. 5–6 hours).
Stations in Maastricht:
  • Maastricht Central Station: The city’s main hub, with direct buses and taxis to the city center and MECC venue. Walking time to the city center: ~15 minutes.
  • Maastricht-Randwyck Station: Located just 250 meters from the MECC, perfect for delegates heading straight to the venue.

Use the NS Travel Planner, Trainline or rome2rio to plan your route.

✈️ By Air

By Air

While Maastricht has a small airport (Maastricht Aachen Airport), most international attendees will find it easiest to fly into one of the nearby major airports:

  • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS): ~3 hours by train.
  • Eindhoven (EIN): ~1.5 hours by train or bus.
  • Brussels Zaventem (BRU): ~1.5–2 hours by train.
  • Brussels Charleroi (CRL): ~1.5–2 hours by shuttle or train.
  • Düsseldorf (DUS): ~2–2.5 hours by train.
  • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG): ~3–3.5 hours by high-speed train.
  • Cologne-Bonn (CGN): ~2 hours by train.
  • London Heathrow (LHR): ~6 hours by train.

These airports provide excellent rail and bus links to Maastricht, making the city highly accessible from across Europe.

Flying with KLM? You may be eligible for their free shuttle bus from Schiphol to Maastricht—check your ticket details when booking!

Plan Your Journey

Discover how to get anywhere by plane, train, bus, ferry & car with rome2rio.com. This site offers to you all travel possibilities, duration and prices, depending on your destination.

Furthermore, the Rail Planner App offers an offline timetable for all European trains and can be downloaded on iPhone and Android.

For more details on schedules, ticketing, and routes, visit:

For essential traveller information about Maastricht, as well as local suggestions and other tips to consider when planning your trip, visitmaastricht.com or holland.com will provide you with all the necessary information.