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

The cheapest way to get from Frechen to Heidelberg is to bus which costs €29 - €45 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Frechen to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Frechen and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from Frechen to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Köln Weiden West and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Frechen to Heidelberg?

The distance between Frechen and Heidelberg is 268 km. The road distance is 256.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Frechen to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs €35 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Frechen to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frechen to Heidelberg train from?

Frechen to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Frechen to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Frechen to Heidelberg is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs €35 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Frechen to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Frechen to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Frechen to Heidelberg is 257 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Frechen to Heidelberg.

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1175+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Frechen to Heidelberg - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and tram

There are 5 ways to get from Frechen to Heidelberg by train, bus, car, or tram

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 Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2h 59m
€38–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus N177 / ...
4h 59m
€29–41
Drive 256.5 km
1. Drive from Frechen to Heidelbergcar 256.5 km
2h 28m
€36–52
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the tram from Mannheim Hbf to Heidelberg, Seegartentram Rnv 5
3h 6m
€33–146
Bus via Mannheim central bus station
1. Take the bus from Cologne to Mannheim, ZOBbus
5h 43m

Frechen to Heidelberg by train

65Weekly Trains

2h 59mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 267.5 km
Duration: 2h 59m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof every 3 hours. Tickets cost €30–100 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint 5 times a day. Tickets cost €21–29 and the journey takes 3h 29m.

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