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

Composite routes from Dortmund to Heidelberg

Cheapest
2 h 48 min
Car
308 km.
from $16

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Dortmund central bus station to Heidelberg
Ave. Duration:
5h 4m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.08–$45.80

Arjani Travel

Phone:
+355 68 20 63 724
Email:
Website:
arjanitravel.com/
Bus from Dortmund to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
6h 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:
$127.23–$356.23

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Frankfurt to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.99–$34.35

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.90–$82.70

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$76.34–$89.06
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Heidelberg,
Ave. Duration:
3h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.34–$95.42
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$33.08–$36.90
Train from Frankfurt to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$33.08–$36.90

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.81–$25.45

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.81–$25.45

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Twice daily

Eurobahn

Phone:
0180 6 9 27 37 27
Email:
Website:
eurobahn.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.81–$26.72

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Dortmund to Heidelberg
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$25.45

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Heidelberg?

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs $16.30 - $21.74 and takes 3h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Heidelberg?

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $48.91 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dortmund central bus station station and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Heidelberg?

The distance between Dortmund and Heidelberg is 371 km. The road distance is 305.4 km.

How do I travel from Dortmund to Heidelberg without a car?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Heidelberg without a car is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 3h 10m and costs $70.65 - $97.83 .

How long does it take to get from Dortmund to Heidelberg?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Dortmund to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Heidelberg bus from?

Dortmund to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dortmund central bus station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Heidelberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Dortmund to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Heidelberg is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 3h 10m and costs $70.65 - $97.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $39.13 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Dortmund to Heidelberg bus arrive?

Dortmund to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint station.

Where does the Dortmund to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dortmund to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Heidelberg is 305 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Dortmund to Heidelberg.

How do I get a train ticket from Dortmund to Heidelberg?

Book your Dortmund to Heidelberg train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dortmund to Heidelberg?

Book your Dortmund to Heidelberg bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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 Dortmund to Heidelberg?

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