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

The cheapest way to get from France to Heidelberg is to bus which costs €40 - €75 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from France to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs €85 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between France and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct bus from France to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

Is there a direct train between France and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from France to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Hôtel de Ville and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Paris Gare De Lyon and Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from France to Heidelberg?

The distance between France and Heidelberg is 578 km. The road distance is 543.6 km.

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

The best way to get from France to Heidelberg without a car is to train via Karlsruhe which takes 4h 53m and costs €110 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from France to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the France to Heidelberg bus from?

France to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where do I catch the France to Heidelberg train from?

France to Heidelberg train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris Gare De Lyon station.

Train or bus from France to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from France to Heidelberg is to train via Karlsruhe which takes 4h 53m and costs €110 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the France to Heidelberg bus arrive?

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

Where does the France to Heidelberg train arrive?

France to Heidelberg train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Karlsruhe Hbf station.

Can I drive from France to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between France to Heidelberg is 544 km. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from France to Heidelberg.

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1249+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

France to Heidelberg - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from France to Heidelberg by train (TGV), bus, car, train, or tram

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Train via Karlsruhe
best
1. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Karlsruhe Hbftrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re73 / ...
4h 53m
€112–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus N109 / ...
7h 49m
€43–73
Drive 543.6 km
1. Drive from Paris to Heidelbergcar 543.6 km
4h 52m
€87–126
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Paris Est to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the tram from Mannheim Hbf to Heidelberg, Seegartentram Rnv 5
5h 12m
€98–190
Train
1. Take the train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 82
5h 44m
€97–200

France to Heidelberg by subway and train

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4h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 577.5 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between France and Heidelberg, Germany?

You can take a subway from Hôtel de Ville to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Gare de Lyon, Paris Gare De Lyon, Karlsruhe Hbf, and Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint twice daily. Tickets cost €40–70 and the journey takes 6h 39m.

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