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

The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg to Altena is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heidelberg to Altena is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Heidelberg and Altena?

No, there is no direct bus from Heidelberg station to Altena. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg central train station and arriving at Altena, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Heidelberg and Altena?

No, there is no direct train from Heidelberg to Altena. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Altena(Westf) via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Hagen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Heidelberg to Altena?

The distance between Heidelberg and Altena is 359 km. The road distance is 273.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Altena without a car is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 4h 13m and costs €60 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Heidelberg to Altena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Altena bus from?

Heidelberg to Altena bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Heidelberg central train station.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Altena train from?

Heidelberg to Altena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Heidelberg to Altena?

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Altena is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 4h 13m and costs €60 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Heidelberg to Altena bus arrive?

Heidelberg to Altena bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dortmund central bus station.

Where does the Heidelberg to Altena train arrive?

Heidelberg to Altena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hagen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Heidelberg to Altena?

Yes, the driving distance between Heidelberg to Altena is 273 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Heidelberg to Altena.

Where can I stay near Altena?

There are 767+ hotels available in Altena.

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

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

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Train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof
best
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Hagen Hbftrain 42 / ...
4h 13m
€64–272
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heidelberg central train station to Dortmund central bus stationbus FlixBus N07 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dortmund Hbf to Altena, Bahnhofbus Re34
7h 42m
€35–55
Drive 273.4 km
1. Drive from Heidelberg to Altenacar 273.4 km
2h 32m
€39–57
Train
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Hagen Hbftrain 55 / ...
4h 17m
€68–270

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Distance: 358.6 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Hagen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €55–240 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heidelberg central train station to Altena, Bahnhof via Dortmund central bus station and Dortmund Hbf in around 7h 42m.

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