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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg

Composite routes from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg

Cheapest
35 min
Car
55 km.
from $3

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Heidelberg
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.23–$12.02

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg,
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$34.18

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg,
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Heidelberg
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
info@flixbus.de
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg,
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.94–$7.59

RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH

Phone:
+42 621 465 4444
Email:
info@rnv-online.de
Website:
rnv-online.de/fahrtinfo/
Bus from Heidelberg, Betriebshof to Heidelberg,
Ave. Duration:
17 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.65

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.48

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs $3.85 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 36 min and costs $8.70 - $13.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karlsruhe central train station station and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Heidelberg is 56 km. The road distance is 54.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg without a car is to bus which takes 44 min and costs $7.07 - $10.87 .

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

The bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint takes 44 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Heidelberg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Heidelberg train from?

Karlsruhe to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regional, depart from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg is to bus which takes 44 min and costs $7.07 - $10.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4.24 - $29.35 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Heidelberg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Karlsruhe to Heidelberg train arrive?

Karlsruhe to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regional, arrive at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Heidelberg is 55 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg.

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

Book your Karlsruhe to Heidelberg train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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

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

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1083+ hotels available in Heidelberg. Prices start at $56.30 per night.

Can I share a ride from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?

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