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

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs €24 - €40 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Berlin to Heidelberg is to fly and train which takes 3h 53m and costs €85 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin 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 to Heidelberg?

The distance between Berlin and Heidelberg is 598 km. The road distance is 599.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Berlin to Heidelberg without a car is to train via Bensheim which takes 5h 12m and costs €100 - €450.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Berlin to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Heidelberg bus from?

Berlin to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Heidelberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Berlin to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Berlin to Heidelberg is to train via Bensheim which takes 5h 12m and costs €100 - €450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €95 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Berlin to Heidelberg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Berlin to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Berlin to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Heidelberg is 599 km. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Berlin to Heidelberg.

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

Book your Berlin to Heidelberg train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1272+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Can I share a ride from Berlin to Heidelberg?

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

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

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

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Train via Bensheim
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Bensheim, Bahnhoftrain 15
5h 12m
€109–446
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Heidelbergrideshare 597.9 km
6h 28m
€24–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus 1326 / ...
9h 9m
€55–95
Night train
1. Take the night train from Berlin Hbf to Mannheim Hbfnighttrain Nj
8h 29m
€44–119
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
5h 43m
€113–446
Train #2
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
6h 11m
€110–480
Drive 599.5 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Heidelbergcar 599.5 km
5h 53m
€86–124
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 53m
€89–258
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 46m
€107–336
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 7m
€113–429
Train to Leipzig-Halle Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain
2. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane LEJ - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 6m
€139–380

Berlin to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 597.7 km
Duration: 5h 12m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Bensheim, Bahnhof once daily. Tickets cost €100–420 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint twice daily. Tickets cost €55–95 and the journey takes 9h 9m.

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