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

The cheapest way to get from Hildesheim to Heidelberg is to train and bus which costs €40 - €70 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hildesheim to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct train between Hildesheim and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Hildesheim to Heidelberg?

The distance between Hildesheim and Heidelberg is 397 km. The road distance is 387.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Hildesheim to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs €60 - €130.

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

The train from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof takes 3h 19m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Hildesheim to Heidelberg train from?

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

Where does the Hildesheim to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hildesheim to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Hildesheim to Heidelberg is 388 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Hildesheim to Heidelberg.

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

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Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

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Hildesheim to Heidelberg - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train

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There are 5 ways to get from Hildesheim to Heidelberg by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 13 / ...
3h 19m
€60–130
Train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alfeld to Göttingentrain Re2
2. Take the nighttrain from Goettingen to Heidelberg Hbfnighttrain Nj
7h 15m
€33–104
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof to Göttingentrain 13 / ...
2. Take the bus from Göttingen central bus station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus 198
6h 28m
€42–70
Drive 387.7 km
1. Drive from Hildesheim to Heidelbergcar 387.7 km
3h 13m
€72–104
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane HAJ - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 20m
€125–214

Hildesheim to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 396.5 km
Duration: 3h 19m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof 5 times a day. Tickets cost €60–130 and the journey takes 3h 19m.

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