What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Heidelberg?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Heidelberg is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Heidelberg?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €40 - €65.

How far is it from Basel to Heidelberg?

The distance between Basel and Heidelberg is 448 km. The road distance is 314.5 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Heidelberg without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs €90 - €220.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Heidelberg?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Basel to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Can I drive from Basel to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Heidelberg is 314 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Basel to Heidelberg.

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1198+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Basel to Heidelberg - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Heidelberg by train or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Oelde to Bochum Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
4h 37m
€93–211
Drive 314.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Heidelbergcar 314.5 km
3h 21m
€44–64
Train via Kassel
1. Take the train from Lippstadt to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
6h 29m
€76–152
Train via Dortmund
1. Take the train from Oelde to Dortmund Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
6h 52m
€53–125

Basel to Heidelberg by bus and train

33Weekly Services

6h 29mAverage Duration

€76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 447.8 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Basel, Germany and Heidelberg, Germany?

You can take a vehicle from Basel to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Oelde, Bochum Hbf, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 37m.

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