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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt

Composite routes from Cologne to Heidelberg, Altstadt

Cheapest
2 h 14 min
Car
250 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
Train operators
Found: 5
NS
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
Süwex
Website
TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
Website
NS
Website
1h 31m
Once daily
$31.81–$76.34
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
1h 28m
Hourly
$57.25–$63.61
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
1h 16m
Hourly
$15.27–$22.90
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
Call
Süwex
Website
46 min
Hourly
$16.54–$24.17
0621 8301200
0621 8301200
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TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
Website
2h 53m
Hourly
$39.44–$54.71
+49-261-98887070
+49-261-98887070
[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 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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