What is the cheapest way to get from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg?

The cheapest way to get from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs €11 - €19 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg?

The fastest way to get from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Basel (Station) and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Basel, Im Wasenboden and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Basel (Station) and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Basel St. Johann and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Basel SBB and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg?

The distance between Basel (Station) and Heidelberg is 276 km. The road distance is 244.4 km.

How do I travel from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg without a car?

The best way to get from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs €45 - €220.

How long does it take to get from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel (Station) to Heidelberg bus from?

Basel (Station) to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where do I catch the Basel (Station) to Heidelberg train from?

Basel (Station) to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs €45 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Basel (Station) to Heidelberg bus arrive?

Basel (Station) to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint station.

Where does the Basel (Station) to Heidelberg train arrive?

Basel (Station) to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel (Station) to Heidelberg is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg?

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Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1254+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Can I share a ride from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg?

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

Basel (Station) to Heidelberg - 6 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Basel (Station) to Heidelberg by train (Trenitalia), bus, night train, car, train, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2h 59m
€49–215
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Heidelbergrideshare 245.4 km
2h 56m
€11–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus FlixBus N33 / ...
5h 2m
€21–38
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Basel Bad Bf to Heidelberg Hbfnighttrain Nj
4h 12m
€27–101
Drive 244.4 km
1. Drive from Basel (Station) to Heidelbergcar 244.4 km
2h 5m
€43–62
Train via Karlsruhe
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain S3 / ...
3h 40m
€43–201

Basel (Station) to Heidelberg by foot and train

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Distance: 275.5 km
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Basel (Station), Canton of Basel-City, Switzerland and Heidelberg, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel SBB to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €45–200 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint 5 times a day. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 3h 49m.

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