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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg

Composite routes from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg

Cheapest
2 h 10 min
Car
251 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 2
FlixBus
Website
Arjani Travel
Website
FlixBus
Website
1h 39m
Hourly
$12.72–$17.81
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Arjani Travel
Website
2h 10m
Twice a week
+355 68 20 63 724
+355 68 20 63 724
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 1
Lufthansa
Website
Lufthansa
Website
55 min
Every day
$120.86–$343.51
Train operators
Found: 5
NS
Website
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
National Express
Website
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
NS
Website
1h 31m
Once daily
$31.81–$76.34
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
Call
Eurostar
Website
32 min
Once daily
$31.81–$69.97
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
1h 28m
Hourly
$57.25–$63.61
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
National Express
Website
54 min
Every 20 minutes
$12.72–$20.36
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
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TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
46 min
6 times a week
+49 9126 301 90 70
+49 9126 301 90 70
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
2h 45m
3 times a day
$12.72–$24.17
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
Call

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs $10.87 - $20.65 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg?

The fastest way to get from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 1h 50m and costs $34.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Cologne Central Station and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne Central Station 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 42m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne Central Station and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg?

The distance between Cologne Central Station and Heidelberg is 257 km. The road distance is 253.1 km.

How do I travel from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg without a car is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 1h 50m and costs $34.78 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg?

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg bus from?

Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg bus services, operated by Arjani Travel, depart from Cologne station.

Where do I catch the Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg train from?

Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 1h 50m and costs $34.78 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg bus arrive?

Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg bus services, operated by Arjani Travel, arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg train arrive?

Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg is 253 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg?

Book your Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1097+ hotels available in Heidelberg. Prices start at $54.78 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cologne Central Station to Heidelberg?

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