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

The cheapest way to get from Ulm to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs €10 - €13 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ulm to Heidelberg is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs €25 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Ulm and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct bus from Ulm to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Ulm and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Karlsruhe central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Ulm and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ulm Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Ulm to Heidelberg?

The distance between Ulm and Heidelberg is 180 km. The road distance is 195.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulm to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs €25 - €55.

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

The train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof takes 1h 41m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Heidelberg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ulm to Heidelberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Ulm to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Ulm to Heidelberg is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs €25 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €26 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Ulm to Heidelberg bus arrive?

Ulm to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Karlsruhe central train station.

Where does the Ulm to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ulm to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulm to Heidelberg is 195 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Ulm to Heidelberg.

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

Book your Ulm to Heidelberg train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Ulm to Heidelberg bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1198+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Can I share a ride from Ulm to Heidelberg?

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ulm to Heidelberg by train, bus, rideshare, 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
best
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 62 / ...
1h 41m
€25–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Ulm to Heidelbergrideshare 194.9 km
2h 23m
€10–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ulm to Karlsruhe central train stationbus N422 / ...
2. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus FlixBus 108 / ...
3h 27m
€14–26
Drive 195.1 km
1. Drive from Ulm to Heidelbergcar 195.1 km
2h 6m
€28–40

Ulm to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 179.8 km
Duration: 1h 41m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof every 2 hours. Tickets cost €25–55 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ulm to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Karlsruhe central train station in around 3h 27m.

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