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

The cheapest way to get from Detmold to Heidelberg is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 8h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detmold to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Detmold and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from Detmold to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Detmold, Bahnhof and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Altenbeken, Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Detmold to Heidelberg?

The distance between Detmold and Heidelberg is 402 km. The road distance is 327.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Detmold to Heidelberg without a car is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 4h 54m and costs €60 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Detmold to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detmold to Heidelberg train from?

Detmold to Heidelberg train services, operated by National Express, depart from Altenbeken station.

Train or bus from Detmold to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Detmold to Heidelberg is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 4h 54m and costs €60 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Detmold to Heidelberg train arrive?

Detmold to Heidelberg train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe station.

Can I drive from Detmold to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Detmold to Heidelberg is 328 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Detmold to Heidelberg.

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

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Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

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Detmold to Heidelberg - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Detmold to Heidelberg by train, bus, night 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 via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof
best
1. Take the train from Altenbeken to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
4h 54m
€62–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bielefeld Brackwede train station to Frankfurt Airportbus N110
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt Airport to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus 108 / ...
8h 39m
€34–60
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Altenbeken to Göttingentrain Rb85
2. Take the night train from Goettingen to Heidelberg Hbfnighttrain Nj
8h 3m
€76–304
Drive 327.7 km
1. Drive from Detmold to Heidelbergcar 327.7 km
3h 24m
€46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Altenbeken to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 22 / ...
5h 18m
€46–87

Detmold to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 402.1 km
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a train from Detmold, Bahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Altenbeken, Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Detmold, Bahnhof to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Bielefeld Hbf, Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof, Bielefeld Brackwede train station, and Frankfurt Airport in around 8h 39m.

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