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

The cheapest way to get from Arnhem to Heidelberg is to bus which costs €40 - €65 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arnhem to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs €80 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Arnhem and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct bus from Arnhem to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Arnhem, Stadstheater Arnhem and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Nijmegen Centraal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Arnhem and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from Arnhem to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Arnhem Centraal and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Arnhem to Heidelberg?

The distance between Arnhem and Heidelberg is 417 km. The road distance is 403.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Arnhem to Heidelberg without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 44m and costs €45 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Arnhem to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arnhem to Heidelberg bus from?

Arnhem to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nijmegen Centraal Station.

Where do I catch the Arnhem to Heidelberg train from?

Arnhem to Heidelberg train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Arnhem Centraal station.

Train or bus from Arnhem to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Arnhem to Heidelberg is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 44m and costs €45 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Arnhem to Heidelberg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Arnhem to Heidelberg train arrive?

Arnhem to Heidelberg train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 station.

Can I drive from Arnhem to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Arnhem to Heidelberg is 403 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Arnhem to Heidelberg.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

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Arnhem to Heidelberg - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and tram

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There are 7 ways to get from Arnhem to Heidelberg by train, bus, car, plane, or tram

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Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12train Ice
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
3h 44m
€45–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nijmegen Centraal Station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus N94
7h 5m
€41–61
Drive 403.2 km
1. Drive from Arnhem to Heidelbergcar 403.2 km
3h 29m
€84–121
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Duisburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 21m
€118–251
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the tram from Mannheim Hbf to Heidelberg, Seegartentram Rnv 5
4h 17m
€50–133
Train
1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Frankfurttrain 78
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 62 / ...
4h 57m
€65–135
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly, train
1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane AMS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 31m
€130–324

Arnhem to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 416.8 km
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Arnhem, Netherlands and Heidelberg, Germany?

You can take a train from Arnhem Centraal to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Nijmegen Centraal Station to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint once daily. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 5h 14m.

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