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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs €11 - €20 and takes 2h 37m.

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 2h 7m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Basel Bad Bf and arriving at Heidelberg Hbf. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Basel to Heidelberg?

The distance between Basel and Heidelberg is 247 km. The road distance is 245.2 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 via Karlsruhe which takes 2h 29m and costs €40 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Basel to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Heidelberg bus from?

Basel to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Heidelberg train from?

Basel to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Basel to Heidelberg is to train via Karlsruhe which takes 2h 29m and costs €40 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Basel to Heidelberg bus arrive?

Basel to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint station.

Where does the Basel to Heidelberg train arrive?

Basel to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Basel to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Heidelberg is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Basel to Heidelberg.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Heidelberg?

Book your Basel to Heidelberg train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Heidelberg?

Book your Basel to Heidelberg bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1241+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Heidelberg?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel and Heidelberg. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Basel to Heidelberg - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Basel to Heidelberg by train, bus, night train, car, or rideshare

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Train via Karlsruhe
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re73 / ...
2h 29m
€42–106
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Heidelbergrideshare 245.4 km
2h 37m
€11–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus FlixBus 007 / ...
4h 4m
€22–35
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Basel Bad Bf to Heidelberg Hbfnighttrain Nj
2h 35m
€23–95
Drive 245.2 km
1. Drive from Basel to Heidelbergcar 245.2 km
2h 7m
€45–64
Train
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 20N
2h 35m
€40–90
Train via Rastatt
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Rastatttrain Re7
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Kirchheim/Rohrbach, Bftrain S3 / ...
3h 58m
€38–156

Basel to Heidelberg by train

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2h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 247.5 km
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 29m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint 3 times a day. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 4h 4m.

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