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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs €17 - €20 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Paderborn and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct bus from Paderborn to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Paderborn and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Kassel and Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from Paderborn to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Paderborn Hbf and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Heidelberg?

The distance between Paderborn and Heidelberg is 391 km. The road distance is 300 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Heidelberg without a car is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 4h 20m and costs €70 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Paderborn to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Heidelberg bus from?

Paderborn to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paderborn station.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Heidelberg train from?

Paderborn to Heidelberg train services, operated by National Express, depart from Paderborn Hbf station.

Train or bus from Paderborn to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Heidelberg is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 4h 20m and costs €70 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Paderborn to Heidelberg bus arrive?

Paderborn to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kassel station.

Where does the Paderborn to Heidelberg train arrive?

Paderborn to Heidelberg train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe station.

Can I drive from Paderborn to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Heidelberg is 300 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Paderborn to Heidelberg.

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

Book your Paderborn to Heidelberg train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1249+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Can I share a ride from Paderborn to Heidelberg?

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

Paderborn to Heidelberg - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Paderborn to Heidelberg by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof
best
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 22 / ...
4h 20m
€70–149
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Paderborn to Heidelbergrideshare 299.2 km
3h 48m
€17–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paderborn to Kasselbus N69
2. Take the bus from Kassel to Frankfurt central train stationbus
3. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus 198 / ...
6h 58m
€28–43
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Langenhagen Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane HAJ - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 26m
Train
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 13 / ...
4h 35m
€69–138
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the bus from Kassel to Mannheimbus
7h 21m
€43–80
Drive 300 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Heidelbergcar 300 km
3h 10m
€44–64

Paderborn to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 391 km
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Paderborn Hbf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paderborn to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Kassel and Frankfurt central train station in around 6h 58m.

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