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

The cheapest way to get from Germany to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs €24 - €40 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Germany to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 5h 48m and costs €85 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Germany and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct bus from Germany to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf/Memhardstr. and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Berlin Südkreuz train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Germany and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from Germany to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Heidelberg, Seegarten via Berlin Hbf and Mannheim Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Germany to Heidelberg?

The distance between Germany and Heidelberg is 670 km. The road distance is 604 km.

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

The best way to get from Germany to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs €120 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Germany to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Germany to Heidelberg bus from?

Germany to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin Südkreuz train station.

Where do I catch the Germany to Heidelberg train from?

Germany to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train or bus from Germany to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Germany to Heidelberg is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs €120 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €90 and takes 11h 13m.

Where does the Germany to Heidelberg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Germany to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Germany to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Germany to Heidelberg is 604 km. It takes approximately 5h 48m to drive from Germany to Heidelberg.

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1216+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Can I share a ride from Germany to Heidelberg?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Germany to Heidelberg by train, bus, night train, rideshare, 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 Berlin Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
6h 32m
€126–290
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Heidelbergrideshare 602.3 km
6h 28m
€24–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin Südkreuz train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus 1326 / ...
11h 13m
€48–89
Night train
1. Take the night train from Berlin Hbf to Mannheim Hbfnighttrain Nj
9h 29m
€41–130
Drive 604 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Heidelbergcar 604 km
5h 48m
€86–124

Germany to Heidelberg by train and tram

159Weekly Services

6h 32mAverage Duration

€126Cheapest Price

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Distance: 670.3 km
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between Germany and Heidelberg, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €120–280 and the journey takes 4h 58m. Österreichische Bundesbahnen also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin Südkreuz train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint twice daily. Tickets cost €45–85 and the journey takes 9h 39m.

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