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

The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg to Thuringia is to rideshare which costs €12 - €19 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heidelberg to Thuringia is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Heidelberg and Thuringia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heidelberg central train station station and arriving at Erfurt central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Heidelberg and Thuringia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Erfurt Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Heidelberg to Thuringia?

The distance between Heidelberg and Thuringia is 342 km. The road distance is 330 km.

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

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Thuringia without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 3h 46m and costs €60 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Heidelberg to Thuringia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Thuringia bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Thuringia train from?

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

Train or bus from Heidelberg to Thuringia?

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Thuringia is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 3h 46m and costs €60 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €45 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Heidelberg to Thuringia bus arrive?

Heidelberg to Thuringia bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Erfurt central train station.

Where does the Heidelberg to Thuringia train arrive?

Heidelberg to Thuringia train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Heidelberg to Thuringia?

Yes, the driving distance between Heidelberg to Thuringia is 330 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Heidelberg to Thuringia.

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

Book your Heidelberg to Thuringia train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Heidelberg to Thuringia?

Book your Heidelberg to Thuringia bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Thuringia?

There are 400+ hotels available in Thuringia.

Can I share a ride from Heidelberg to Thuringia?

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

Heidelberg to Thuringia - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Heidelberg to Thuringia by train, bus, rideshare, plane, 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 Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain 62 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Erfurt Hbftrain 50 / ...
3h 46m
€61–145
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Heidelberg to Erfurtrideshare 328.7 km
3h 40m
€12–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heidelberg central train station to Erfurt central train stationbus N3205
5h 45m
€24–45
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane FRA - LEJ
3. Take the train from Leipzig/Halle Flughafen to Altenburgtrain
4h 43m
€111–394
Train
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbftrain 11
3h 53m
€65–150
Drive 330 km
1. Drive from Heidelberg to Erfurtcar 330 km
3h 1m
€48–69

Heidelberg to Thuringia by train

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3h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 342.2 km
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf via Frankfurt in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Heidelberg central train station to Erfurt central train station once daily. Tickets cost €24–45 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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