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

The cheapest way to get from Bielefeld to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs €22 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bielefeld to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Bielefeld and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct bus from Bielefeld to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Dortmund central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Bielefeld and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bielefeld Hbf and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Bielefeld to Heidelberg?

The distance between Bielefeld and Heidelberg is 450 km. The road distance is 337.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Bielefeld to Heidelberg without a car is to train via Dortmund which takes 4h 28m and costs €65 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Bielefeld to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bielefeld to Heidelberg bus from?

Bielefeld to Heidelberg bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, depart from Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Bielefeld to Heidelberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Bielefeld to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Bielefeld to Heidelberg is to train via Dortmund which takes 4h 28m and costs €65 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Bielefeld to Heidelberg bus arrive?

Bielefeld to Heidelberg bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, arrive at Dortmund , Busbahnof Steinstr station.

Where does the Bielefeld to Heidelberg train arrive?

Bielefeld to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bielefeld to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Bielefeld to Heidelberg is 337 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Bielefeld to Heidelberg.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1257+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Can I share a ride from Bielefeld to Heidelberg?

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

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Train via Dortmund
best
1. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
4h 28m
€70–269
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bielefeld to Heidelbergrideshare 336.5 km
4h 45m
€22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof to Dortmund , Busbahnof Steinstrbus Dnipro
2. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus FlixBus N07 / ...
6h 50m
€38–59
Drive 337.4 km
1. Drive from Bielefeld to Heidelbergcar 337.4 km
3h 30m
€49–71
Train to Hannover Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane HAJ - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 45m
€118–340
Train
1. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55
4h 52m
€80–280
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 53m
€138–307

Bielefeld to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 449.8 km
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Bielefeld Hbf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Dortmund Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Dortmund , Busbahnof Steinstr and Dortmund central bus station in around 6h 50m.

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