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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg

Composite routes from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg

Cheapest
2 h 43 min
Car
302 km.
from $16

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Frankfurt central train station to Heidelberg
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Arjani Travel

Phone:
+355 68 20 63 724
Email:
info@arjanitravel.com
Website:
arjanitravel.com/
Bus from Cologne to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.58–$354.42

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Köln Hbf to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$31.64–$82.28
Train from Frankfurt to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.92–$34.18

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$58.23–$64.55
Train from Frankfurt to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$32.91–$36.71

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Ludwigshafen,
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Süwex

Phone:
0621 8301200
Website:
suewex.de/
Train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Ludwigshafen,
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32

TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH

Phone:
+49-261-98887070
Email:
service@trans-regio.de
Website:
mittelrheinbahn.de/
Train from Köln Süd Bf to Mainz,
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$40.50–$55.69

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Cologne to Heidelberg
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.66–$24.05

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg?

The cheapest way to get from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs $10.87 - $20.65 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg?

The fastest way to get from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs $34.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between North Rhine-Westphalia and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct bus from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Cologne and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between North Rhine-Westphalia and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg?

The distance between North Rhine-Westphalia and Heidelberg is 257 km. The road distance is 252.1 km.

How do I travel from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg without a car?

The best way to get from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs $34.78 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg bus from?

North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg bus services, operated by Arjani Travel, depart from Cologne station.

Where do I catch the North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg train from?

North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs $34.78 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg bus arrive?

North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg bus services, operated by Arjani Travel, arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Where does the North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg train arrive?

North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg is 252 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg.

How do I get a train ticket from North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg?

Book your North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg train tickets online with Omio.

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 North Rhine-Westphalia to Heidelberg?

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