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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs €4 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 48 min and costs €12 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mainz central train station station and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Mainz to Heidelberg?

The distance between Mainz and Heidelberg is 87 km. The road distance is 89.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs €16 - €35.

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

The train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof takes 52 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Heidelberg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mainz to Heidelberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Mainz to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Mainz to Heidelberg is to train which takes 52 min and costs €16 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €17 and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Mainz to Heidelberg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mainz to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mainz to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Heidelberg is 89 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Mainz to Heidelberg.

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

Book your Mainz to Heidelberg train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1182+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Can I share a ride from Mainz to Heidelberg?

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

Mainz to Heidelberg - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, tram, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Mainz to Heidelberg by train, bus, car, tram, or rideshare

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 Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55
52 min
€16–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Mainz to Heidelbergrideshare 91.3 km
1h 23m
€4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mainz central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus 476
2h 34m
€12–17
Drive 89.2 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Heidelbergcar 89.2 km
48 min
€13–19
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5 / ...
2. Take the tram from Mannheim Hbf to Heidelberg, Seegartentram Rnv 5
2h 11m
€19–27

Mainz to Heidelberg by train

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52 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 86.8 km
Duration: 52 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 52 min. Süwex also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Mainz central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint twice daily. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 2h 34m.

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