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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt

Cheapest
2 h 11 min
Car
252 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Frankfurt central train station to Heidelberg
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.72–$17.81

Arjani Travel

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

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Köln Hbf to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$76.34

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:
$57.25–$63.61

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Ludwigshafen,
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.27–$22.90

Süwex

Phone:
0621 8301200
Website:
suewex.de/
Train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Ludwigshafen,
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.54–$24.17

TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH

Phone:
+49-261-98887070
Email:
Website:
mittelrheinbahn.de/
Train from Köln Süd Bf to Mainz,
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.44–$54.71

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:
$12.72–$24.17

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt is to rideshare which costs $10.87 - $20.65 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Heidelberg, Altstadt?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt. However, there are services departing from Cologne and arriving at Heidelberg, Altstadt via Frankfurt central train station and Heidelberg, Betriebshof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Heidelberg, Altstadt?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Heidelberg, Altstadt via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

The distance between Cologne and Heidelberg, Altstadt is 261 km. The road distance is 253.7 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs $34.78 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

The best way to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs $34.78 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt is 254 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

Book your Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Heidelberg, Altstadt?

There are 1095+ hotels available in Heidelberg, Altstadt. Prices start at $54.78 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

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