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

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt to Heidelberg is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Frankfurt to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Frankfurt and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from Frankfurt to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Markt Bibart and arriving at Heidelberg, Weststadt/Südstadt via Würzburg Hbf and Osterburken, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Frankfurt to Heidelberg?

The distance between Frankfurt and Heidelberg is 217 km. The road distance is 177.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Frankfurt to Heidelberg without a car is to train via Osterburken which takes 4h 38m and costs €45 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Frankfurt to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt to Heidelberg train from?

Frankfurt to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Markt Bibart station.

Where does the Frankfurt to Heidelberg train arrive?

Frankfurt to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Würzburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Frankfurt to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfurt to Heidelberg is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Frankfurt to Heidelberg.

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1258+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Frankfurt to Heidelberg - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Frankfurt to Heidelberg by train, bus, or car

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Train via Osterburken
best
1. Take the train from Markt Bibart to Würzburg Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Osterburken, Bahnhoftrain Re8
3. Take the train from Osterburken, Bahnhof to Heidelberg, Weststadt/Südstadttrain S1 / ...
4h 38m
€47–94
Drive 177.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Frankfurt to Heidelbergcar 177.5 km
2h 17m
€25–37
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Markt Bibart to Würzburg Hbftrain
2. Take the bus from Würzburg Main Station to Frankfurt central train stationbus 068 / ...
3. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus 198 / ...
6h 13m
€31–53
Train
1. Take the train from Markt Bibart to Würzburg Hbftrain Re10
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 11 / ...
5h 9m
€49–204

Frankfurt to Heidelberg by bus and train

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4h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 217.2 km
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Frankfurt, Bavaria, Germany and Heidelberg, Germany?

You can take a bus from Frankfurt to Heidelberg, Weststadt/Südstadt via Markt Bibart, Markt Bibart, Würzburg Hbf, and Osterburken, Bahnhof in around 4h 38m.

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