What is the cheapest way to get from Heligoland Bird Observatory to Westerland?

The cheapest way to get from Heligoland Bird Observatory to Westerland is to ferry and bus which costs €85 - €110 and takes 8h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heligoland Bird Observatory to Westerland?

The fastest way to get from Heligoland Bird Observatory to Westerland is to ferry and bus and train which takes 6h 31m and costs €80 - €110.

How far is it from Heligoland Bird Observatory to Westerland?

The distance between Heligoland Bird Observatory and Westerland is 252 km.

How long does it take to get from Heligoland Bird Observatory to Westerland?

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Heligoland Bird Observatory to Westerland, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Westerland?

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Heligoland Bird Observatory to Westerland - 2 ways to travel via train

Q: How do I travel from Heligoland Bird Observatory to Westerland without a car?

The best way to get from Heligoland Bird Observatory to Westerland without a car is to ferry and bus and train which takes 6h 31m and costs €80 - €110.

There are 2 ways to get from Heligoland Bird Observatory to Westerland by ferry, bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, bus, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Heligoland to Brunsbüttel
2. Take the bus from Brunsbüttel Kanalfähre Nord to Heide(Holst) Bahnhof
3. Take the train from Heide(Holst) to Westerland(Sylt) ZOB/BahnhofRe6
6h 31m
€84–110
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Heligoland to Brunsbüttel
2. Take the bus from Itzehoe Bahnhof to Klanxbüll BahnhofRe6
8h 4m
€88–106

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Heligoland Bird Observatory to Westerland.

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Distance: 251.7 km
Duration: 6h 31m

What companies run services between Heligoland Bird Observatory, Germany and Westerland, Germany?

There is no direct connection from Heligoland Bird Observatory to Westerland. However, you can take the ferry to Brunsbüttel, walk to Brunsbüttel Kanalfähre Nord, take the bus to Heide(Holst) Bahnhof, walk to Heide(Holst), then take the train to Westerland(Sylt) ZOB/Bahnhof. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Heligoland to Westerland(Sylt) ZOB/Bahnhof via Brunsbüttel, Brunsbüttel Kanalfähre Nord, Itzehoe Bahnhof, Klanxbüll Bahnhof, and Klanxbüll in around 8h 4m.

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