What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt is to bus which costs €11 - €17 and takes 2h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

The fastest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt is to drive which takes 52 min and costs €12 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Heidelberg, Altstadt?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station to Heidelberg, Altstadt. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt central train station and arriving at Heidelberg, Altstadt via Heidelberg, Betriebshof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Heidelberg, Altstadt?

No, there is no direct train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt and arriving at Heidelberg, Altstadt via Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

The distance between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Heidelberg, Altstadt is 91 km. The road distance is 88.8 km.

How do I travel from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt without a car?

The best way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs €16 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt bus from?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt train from?

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

Train or bus from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

The best way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs €16 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €17 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt bus arrive?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint station.

Where does the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt train arrive?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt is 89 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt.

How do I get a train ticket from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

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Where can I stay near Heidelberg, Altstadt?

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Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 26 / ...
1h 12m
€17–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus FlixBus 108 / ...
2h 16m
€11–17
Drive 88.8 km
1. Drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadtcar 88.8 km
52 min
€13–19
Train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Altstadttrain S1 / ...
1h 22m
€19–71

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Heidelberg, Altstadt by train

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Distance: 91.1 km
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, Germany and Heidelberg, Altstadt, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €15–70 and the journey takes 1h. Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint hourly. Tickets cost €8–14 and the journey takes 1h 44m.

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