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

The cheapest way to get from Gießen to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs €7 - €11 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gießen to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Gießen and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gießen and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Gießen and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gießen Bahnhof and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Gießen to Heidelberg?

The distance between Gießen and Heidelberg is 152 km. The road distance is 146.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Gießen to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs €27 - €120.

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

The train from Gießen Bahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof takes 1h 49m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Gießen to Heidelberg bus from?

Gießen to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gießen station.

Where do I catch the Gießen to Heidelberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Gießen to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Gießen to Heidelberg is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs €27 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €24 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Gießen to Heidelberg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gießen to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gießen to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Gießen to Heidelberg is 147 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Gießen to Heidelberg.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1206+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Can I share a ride from Gießen to Heidelberg?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Gießen and Heidelberg. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Gießen to Heidelberg - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, tram

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There are 6 ways to get from Gießen to Heidelberg by train, bus, car, tram, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gießen Bahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 26
1h 49m
€27–120
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Giessen to Heidelbergrideshare 146.8 km
1h 50m
€7–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gießen to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus N3205
2h 54m
€14–24
Drive 146.8 km
1. Drive from Gießen to Heidelbergcar 146.8 km
1h 18m
€21–31
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Gießen Bahnhof to Frankfurttrain Re30
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 26 / ...
2h 6m
€27–121
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Gießen to Mannheimbus
2. Take the tram from Mannheim Hbf to Heidelberg, Seegartentram Rnv 5
3h 19m
€16–25

Gießen to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 152.2 km
Duration: 1h 49m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gießen Bahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof 3 times a day. Tickets cost €27–120 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Gießen to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint once daily. Tickets cost €14–24 and the journey takes 2h 54m.

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