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

The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg to Leverkusen is to bus which costs €20 - €35 and takes 5h 17m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Heidelberg and Leverkusen?

No, there is no direct bus from Heidelberg to Leverkusen. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg Post Waypoint and arriving at Leverkusen via Cologne Airport CGN. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Heidelberg and Leverkusen?

No, there is no direct train from Heidelberg to Leverkusen. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Leverkusen Mitte via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Koeln Messe/Deutz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Heidelberg to Leverkusen?

The distance between Heidelberg and Leverkusen is 268 km. The road distance is 256.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Leverkusen without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €45 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Heidelberg to Leverkusen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Leverkusen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Leverkusen train from?

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

Train or bus from Heidelberg to Leverkusen?

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Leverkusen is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €45 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Heidelberg to Leverkusen bus arrive?

Heidelberg to Leverkusen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Heidelberg to Leverkusen train arrive?

Heidelberg to Leverkusen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Heidelberg to Leverkusen?

Yes, the driving distance between Heidelberg to Leverkusen is 257 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Heidelberg to Leverkusen.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Leverkusen?

There are 1785+ hotels available in Leverkusen.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
2h 33m
€46–201
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heidelberg Post Waypoint to Cologne Airport CGNbus FlixBus 007 / ...
5h 17m
€20–34
Drive 256.7 km
1. Drive from Heidelberg to Leverkusencar 256.7 km
2h 15m
€37–53
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
3h 28m
€103–224
Train via Bonn
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Bonn Hbftrain 55
2. Take the train from Bonn Hbf to Leverkusen Mittetrain Re
3h 17m

Heidelberg to Leverkusen by train

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Distance: 268.2 km
Duration: 2h 33m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf hourly. Tickets cost €40–180 and the journey takes 1h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Heidelberg Post Waypoint to Cologne Airport CGN every 4 hours. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 3h 59m.

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