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

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs €26 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Heidelberg is to fly and train which takes 3h 45m and costs €130 - €340.

Is there a direct bus between Dresden 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 and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Dresden-Neustadt and arriving at Heidelberg Hbf. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Dresden to Heidelberg?

The distance between Dresden and Heidelberg is 585 km. The road distance is 485.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Dresden to Heidelberg without a car is to train via Erfurt which takes 6h 11m and costs €100 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Dresden to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Heidelberg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dresden to Heidelberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Dresden to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Dresden to Heidelberg is to train via Erfurt which takes 6h 11m and costs €100 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €80 and takes 9h 34m.

Where does the Dresden to Heidelberg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dresden to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dresden to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Heidelberg is 485 km. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Dresden to Heidelberg.

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

Book your Dresden to Heidelberg train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1259+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Can I share a ride from Dresden to Heidelberg?

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

Dresden to Heidelberg - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, and night train

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There are 10 ways to get from Dresden to Heidelberg by train, bus, night train, rideshare, car, or plane

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Train via Erfurt
best
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 28 / ...
3. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
6h 11m
€102–261
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dresden to Heidelbergrideshare 485.5 km
6h 15m
€26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus N3205
9h 34m
€50–80
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Dresden-Neustadt to Heidelberg Hbfnighttrain En
8h 24m
€130–230
Train
1. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg Hbftrain Ec
8h 30m
€100–220
Train #2
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Offenbachtrain Drf
2. Take the train from Langen to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb68
8h 58m
Drive 485.4 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Heidelbergcar 485.4 km
4h 55m
€72–103
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 45m
€132–337
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
€126–295
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 7m
€121–300

Dresden to Heidelberg by train

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6h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 585.2 km
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Leipzig Hbf, Erfurt Hbf, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dresden central station to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint once daily. Tickets cost €50–80 and the journey takes 9h 34m.

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