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

The cheapest way to get from Erfurt to Heidelberg is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erfurt to Heidelberg is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €55 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Erfurt and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Erfurt central train station station and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Erfurt and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Erfurt Hbf and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Erfurt to Heidelberg?

The distance between Erfurt and Heidelberg is 338 km. The road distance is 330.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Erfurt to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €55 - €110.

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

The train from Erfurt Hbf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof takes 3h 2m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Erfurt to Heidelberg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Erfurt to Heidelberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Erfurt to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Erfurt to Heidelberg is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €55 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Erfurt to Heidelberg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Erfurt to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Erfurt to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Erfurt to Heidelberg is 330 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Erfurt to Heidelberg.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

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Erfurt to Heidelberg - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Erfurt to Heidelberg by train, bus, night train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
3h 2m
€55–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Erfurt central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus N3205
5h 39m
€30–50
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Erfurt Hbf to Heidelberg Hbfnighttrain En
4h 31m
€55–100
Drive 330.2 km
1. Drive from Erfurt to Heidelbergcar 330.2 km
3h 6m
€61–88
Train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
3h 22m
€56–116

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Distance: 337.8 km
Duration: 3h 2m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Erfurt Hbf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof once daily. Tickets cost €55–110 and the journey takes 3h 2m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Erfurt central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint once daily. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 5h 39m.

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