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

The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg to Esslingen is to bus and line 122 bus which costs €15 - €21 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heidelberg to Esslingen is to train which takes 55 min and costs €22 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Heidelberg and Esslingen?

No, there is no direct bus from Heidelberg to Esslingen. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg Post Waypoint and arriving at Pliensauv. Weilstraße via Flughafen/Messe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Heidelberg and Esslingen?

No, there is no direct train from Heidelberg to Esslingen. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Esslingen via Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Heidelberg to Esslingen?

The distance between Heidelberg and Esslingen is 105 km. The road distance is 112.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Esslingen without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs €22 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Heidelberg to Esslingen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Esslingen bus from?

Heidelberg to Esslingen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Heidelberg Post Waypoint station.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Esslingen train from?

Heidelberg to Esslingen train services, operated by DB Regio Stuttgart, depart from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Heidelberg to Esslingen?

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Esslingen is to train which takes 55 min and costs €22 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 122 bus, which costs €15 - €21 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Heidelberg to Esslingen bus arrive?

Heidelberg to Esslingen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Stuttgart Airport Busterminal station.

Where does the Heidelberg to Esslingen train arrive?

Heidelberg to Esslingen train services, operated by DB Regio Stuttgart, arrive at Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Heidelberg to Esslingen?

Yes, the driving distance between Heidelberg to Esslingen is 113 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Heidelberg to Esslingen.

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

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Where can I stay near Esslingen?

There are 1555+ hotels available in Esslingen.

Heidelberg to Esslingen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 122 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Heidelberg to Esslingen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain 62 / ...
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Esslingentrain Mex16
55 min
€22–53
Bus, line 122 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heidelberg Post Waypoint to Stuttgart Airport Busterminalbus N94 / ...
2. Take the bus from Flughafen/Messe to Pliensauv. Weilstraßebus 122
2h 35m
€16–20
Drive 112.8 km
1. Drive from Heidelberg to Esslingencar 112.8 km
1h 38m
€16–23
Train via Heilbronn
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Heilbronn Hauptbahnhoftrain RE10b / ...
2. Take the train from Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof to Esslingentrain Mex12 / ...
2h 27m

Heidelberg to Esslingen by train

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Distance: 104.8 km
Duration: 55 min

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

You can take a train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Esslingen via Hauptbahnhof in around 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heidelberg Post Waypoint to Pliensauv. Weilstraße via Flughafen/Messe in around 2h 35m.

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