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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Heidelberg is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Essen to Heidelberg?

The distance between Essen and Heidelberg is 340 km. The road distance is 310.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Heidelberg without a car is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 2h 43m and costs €60 - €260.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Essen to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Heidelberg bus from?

Essen to Heidelberg bus services, operated by Hak Bus, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Heidelberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Essen to Heidelberg is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 2h 43m and costs €60 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus via Mannheim central bus station, which costs and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Essen to Heidelberg bus arrive?

Essen to Heidelberg bus services, operated by Hak Bus, arrive at Mannheim, ZOB station.

Where does the Essen to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Heidelberg is 310 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Essen to Heidelberg.

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

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Train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
2h 43m
€62–254
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus FlixBus 027 / ...
6h 44m
€30–50
Bus via Mannheim central bus station
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Mannheim, ZOBbus
5h 30m
Drive 310.1 km
1. Drive from Essen to Heidelbergcar 310.1 km
2h 41m
€45–64
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 34m
€114–227
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 62 / ...
3h 1m
€60–260

Essen to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 339.6 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €55–250 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Alternatively, Hak Bus operates a bus from Essen Hbf to Mannheim, ZOB twice a week, and the journey takes 4h 41m.

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