What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof is to rideshare which costs €10 - €19 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 1h 40m and costs €45 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Heidelberg central train station via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

The distance between Cologne and Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof is 256 km. The road distance is 250.5 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof without a car is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 1h 40m and costs €45 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof bus from?

Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Köln station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof train from?

Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

The best way to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 1h 40m and costs €45 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof bus arrive?

Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB station.

Where does the Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

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Where can I stay near Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

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Can I share a ride from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

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

Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
1h 40m
€47–202
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Heidelbergrideshare 250.4 km
3h 6m
€10–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOBbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Heidelberg central train stationbus FlixBus 108 / ...
4h 25m
Drive 250.5 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhofcar 250.5 km
2h 10m
€36–52
Fly, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
3h 51m
€115–229
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
2h 41m
€45–220
Train via Mainz
1. Take the train from Köln West Bf to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb26
2. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Ludwigshafen, Mittetrain Re14
4h 28m
€51–86

Cologne to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof by train

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Distance: 255.9 km
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €40–190 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt central train station and Heidelberg central train station in around 4h 25m.

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