What is the cheapest way to get from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf is to rideshare which costs €10 - €19 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Heidelberg and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg Post Waypoint and arriving at Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Heidelberg and Köln Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Heidelberg and Köln Hbf is 257 km. The road distance is 251.7 km.

How do I travel from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf without a car is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 2h 17m and costs €40 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Köln Hbf bus from?

Heidelberg to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Heidelberg Post Waypoint station.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Köln Hbf train from?

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

Train or bus from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 2h 17m and costs €40 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Heidelberg to Köln Hbf bus arrive?

Heidelberg to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Heidelberg to Köln Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Heidelberg to Köln Hbf is 252 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

There are 1856+ hotels available in Köln Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf?

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

Heidelberg to Köln Hbf - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Heidelberg to Köln Hbf by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof
best
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
2h 17m
€43–206
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Heidelberg to Colognerideshare 249.8 km
2h 55m
€10–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heidelberg Post Waypoint to Frankfurt central train stationbus FlixBus 108 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
4h 47m
Drive 251.7 km
1. Drive from Heidelberg to Köln Hbfcar 251.7 km
2h 15m
€36–52
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
3. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
4. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
3h 47m
€112–235
Train
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 55 / ...
2h 41m
€45–220
Train via Oberwesel
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Oberwesel Bahnhoftrain Drf
2. Take the train from Oberwesel Bahnhof to Köln Hbftrain Rb26
4h 55m
€41–56

Heidelberg to Köln Hbf by train

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2h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 257.1 km
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Heidelberg, Germany and Köln Hbf, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €40–190 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heidelberg Post Waypoint to Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 4h 47m.

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