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

Composite routes from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof

Cheapest
2 h 7 min
Car
250 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 40m
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

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.86–$343.51

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
Train from Frankfurt to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.72–$33.08

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$69.97

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
Train from Köln Hbf to Heidelberg,
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$62.34–$68.70
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$33.08
Train from Frankfurt to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.81–$35.62

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

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$20.36

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

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, Hauptbahnhof?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof is to rideshare which costs $10.87 - $20.65 and takes 3h 6m.

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

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

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

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

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

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 to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

The distance between Cologne and Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof is 257 km. The road distance is 250.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof 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 to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

The best way to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof 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 43m.

Where does the Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof.

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

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

Where can I stay near Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

There are 1082+ hotels available in Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. Prices start at $54.78 per night.

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

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