What is the cheapest way to get from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg?

The cheapest way to get from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs €26 and takes 6h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg?

The fastest way to get from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg is to fly and train which takes 3h 38m and costs €150 - €370.

Is there a direct bus between Dresden Hbf and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dresden central station station and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Dresden Hbf and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dresden Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 12m.

How far is it from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg?

The distance between Dresden Hbf and Heidelberg is 585 km. The road distance is 486.7 km.

How do I travel from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg without a car?

The best way to get from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg without a car is to train via Erfurt which takes 5h 54m and costs €100 - €460.

How long does it take to get from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg?

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg bus from?

Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dresden central station.

Where do I catch the Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg is to train via Erfurt which takes 5h 54m and costs €100 - €460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €85 and takes 9h 34m.

Where does the Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg is 487 km. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg.

How do I get a train ticket from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg?

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

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

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Can I share a ride from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg?

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

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There are 9 ways to get from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train via Erfurt
best
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbftrain 50 / ...
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
5h 54m
€106–455
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dresden to Heidelbergrideshare 485.5 km
6h 30m
€26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus N3205
9h 34m
€50–85
Drive 486.7 km
1. Drive from Dresden Hbf to Heidelbergcar 486.7 km
4h 56m
€70–101
Fly from Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DRS - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
3h 38m
€154–370
Train
1. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Mannheim Hbftrain Ec
8h 15m
€129–221
Train #2
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55
10h 12m
€170–750
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BER - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h
€117–373
Train to Leipzig-Halle Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof 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 1m
€137–370

Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg by train

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5h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 585.2 km
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Dresden Hbf, Germany and Heidelberg, Germany?

You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Erfurt Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dresden central station to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint once daily. Tickets cost €50–85 and the journey takes 9h 34m.

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