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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Essen to Heidelberg

Composite routes from Essen to Heidelberg

Cheapest
2 h 38 min
Car
310 km.
from $17

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 1
FlixBus
Website
FlixBus
Website
6h 34m
3 times a day
$36.90–$50.89
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 1
Lufthansa
Website
Lufthansa
Website
55 min
Every day
$127.23–$356.23
Train operators
Found: 2
NS
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
NS
Website
31 min
Twice daily
$13.99–$34.35
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
2h 24m
Hourly
$69.97–$82.70
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Heidelberg is to bus which costs $31.52 - $43.48 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $50 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Essen to Heidelberg?

The distance between Essen and Heidelberg is 337 km. The road distance is 313 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Heidelberg without a car is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 2h 45m and costs $65.22 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Essen to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Heidelberg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Heidelberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Essen to Heidelberg is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 2h 45m and costs $65.22 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $43.48 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Essen to Heidelberg bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Essen and Heidelberg?

It is currently 22:01 at both, Essen and Heidelberg.

Where does the Essen to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Heidelberg is 313 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Essen to Heidelberg.

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

Book your Essen to Heidelberg train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Essen 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.
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