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

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Heidelberg is to bus via Mannheim central bus station which costs €45 - €85 and takes 14h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Heidelberg is to fly and train which takes 5h 21m and costs €90 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Kelenfoeld and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Salzburg Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 42m.

How far is it from Budapest to Heidelberg?

The distance between Budapest and Heidelberg is 940 km. The road distance is 923.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Budapest to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 10h 42m and costs €50 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Budapest to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Heidelberg bus from?

Budapest to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Heidelberg train from?

Budapest to Heidelberg train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.

Train or bus from Budapest to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Budapest to Heidelberg is to train which takes 10h 42m and costs €50 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus via Mannheim central bus station, which costs €45 - €85 and takes 14h 37m.

Where does the Budapest to Heidelberg bus arrive?

Budapest to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Mannheim central bus station.

Where does the Budapest to Heidelberg train arrive?

Budapest to Heidelberg train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Salzburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Heidelberg is 924 km. It takes approximately 8h 48m to drive from Budapest to Heidelberg.

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

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

Book your Budapest to Heidelberg bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1185+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Budapest to Heidelberg - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 10 ways to get from Budapest to Heidelberg by plane, train, bus, night train, car, or car train

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

Fly to Frankfurt, train
best
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BUD - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 21m
€91–255
Bus via Mannheim central bus station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Mannheim central bus stationbus 1925
14h 37m
€49–84
Train
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Salzburg Hbftrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 62 / ...
10h 42m
€53–138
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Budapest-Keleti to Stuttgart Hbfnighttrain En
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 62 / ...
14h 38m
€59–91
Fly to Stuttgart Airport, train
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane BUD - STR
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 50m
€59–197
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Basel (BSL)plane BUD - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
7h 37m
€65–260
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus N965
16h 9m
€75–110
Bus via Deák Ferenc tér
1. Take the bus from Budapest Nepliget Bus Station to Mannheim Central Bus Stationbus Citylines 57 / ...
18h 33m
€61–83
Drive 923.9 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Heidelbergcar 923.9 km
8h 48m
€137–198
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Budapest to Salzburg Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Salzburg Hbf to Würzburg Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Würzburg Hbf to Heidelbergcar
9h 15m
€197–269

Budapest to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 940.5 km
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Heidelberg, Germany?

You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Salzburg Hbf and Salzburg Hauptbahnhof in around 10h 42m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Mannheim central bus station once a week. Tickets cost €45–80 and the journey takes 13h 40m.

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