What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg?

The cheapest way to get from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs €24 - €40 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg?

The fastest way to get from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg is to fly and train which takes 3h 56m and costs €85 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin Central Station and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct bus from Berlin Central Station station to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Berlin Südkreuz train station and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin Central Station and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Berlin Hbf and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg?

The distance between Berlin Central Station and Heidelberg is 598 km. The road distance is 597.3 km.

How do I travel from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg without a car?

The best way to get from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg without a car is to train via Bensheim which takes 5h 15m and costs €100 - €470.

How long does it take to get from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg bus from?

Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin Südkreuz train station.

Where do I catch the Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg train from?

Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train or bus from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg is to train via Bensheim which takes 5h 15m and costs €100 - €470. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €100 and takes 10h 39m.

Where does the Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg bus arrive?

Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint station.

Where does the Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg train arrive?

Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bensheim, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg is 597 km. It takes approximately 5h 50m to drive from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg.

How do I get a train ticket from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg?

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Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

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Can I share a ride from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg?

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

Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg - 11 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 11 ways to get from Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg by train, bus, night train, car, rideshare, or plane

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Train via Bensheim
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Bensheim, Bahnhoftrain 15
5h 15m
€108–467
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Heidelbergrideshare 597.9 km
6h 55m
€24–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin Südkreuz train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus N13 / ...
10h 39m
€56–100
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Berlin Hbf to Mannheim Hbfnighttrain Nj
8h 29m
€44–119
Drive 597.3 km
1. Drive from Berlin Central Station to Heidelbergcar 597.3 km
5h 50m
€85–122
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
5h 47m
€112–467
Train #2
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
6h 14m
€110–500
Fly Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BER - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
3h 56m
€89–265
Fly Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Stuttgart Airport, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane BER - STR
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 49m
€103–334
Train to Leipzig-Halle Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain
2. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane LEJ - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 12m
€141–385
Fly Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BER - CGN
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 10m
€114–441

Berlin Central Station to Heidelberg by foot and train

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5h 15mAverage Duration

€108Cheapest Price

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Distance: 597.9 km
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Berlin Central Station, Germany and Heidelberg, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Bensheim, Bahnhof once daily. Tickets cost €100–440 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin Südkreuz train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint twice daily. Tickets cost €55–95 and the journey takes 9h 29m.

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