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

The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg to Frechen is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heidelberg to Frechen is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Heidelberg and Frechen?

No, there is no direct bus from Heidelberg station to Frechen. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg central train station and arriving at Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Heidelberg and Frechen?

No, there is no direct train from Heidelberg to Frechen. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Weiden West via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Heidelberg to Frechen?

The distance between Heidelberg and Frechen is 268 km. The road distance is 262.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Frechen without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs €45 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Heidelberg to Frechen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Frechen bus from?

Heidelberg to Frechen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Heidelberg central train station.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Frechen train from?

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

Train or bus from Heidelberg to Frechen?

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Frechen is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs €45 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Heidelberg to Frechen bus arrive?

Heidelberg to Frechen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Heidelberg to Frechen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Heidelberg to Frechen?

Yes, the driving distance between Heidelberg to Frechen is 262 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Heidelberg to Frechen.

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

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Where can I stay near Frechen?

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Heidelberg to Frechen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
2h 43m
€45–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heidelberg central train station to Frankfurt central train stationbus FlixBus 108 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
5h 8m
€35–49
Drive 262.1 km
1. Drive from Heidelberg to Frechencar 262.1 km
2h 21m
€50–71
Train via Mainz
1. Take the train from Ludwigshafen, Mitte to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5 / ...
2. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Brühl Bftrain Rb26
6h 41m
€48–133

Heidelberg to Frechen by train

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Distance: 267.8 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €40–85 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heidelberg central train station to Köln Lövenich Bf Lövenich via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB, Köln, and Köln Hbf in around 5h 8m.

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