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

The cheapest way to get from Ingolstadt to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs €14 - €16 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ingolstadt to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Ingolstadt and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct bus from Ingolstadt to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Ingolstadt and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Nuremberg central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Ingolstadt and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from Ingolstadt to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Ingolstadt Hbf and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Augsburg Hbf and Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Ingolstadt to Heidelberg?

The distance between Ingolstadt and Heidelberg is 333 km. The road distance is 260.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ingolstadt to Heidelberg without a car is to train via Stuttgart which takes 4h 13m and costs €45 - €140.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ingolstadt to Heidelberg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ingolstadt to Heidelberg train from?

Ingolstadt to Heidelberg train services, operated by Transdev GmbH, depart from Ingolstadt Hbf station.

Train or bus from Ingolstadt to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Ingolstadt to Heidelberg is to train via Stuttgart which takes 4h 13m and costs €45 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Ingolstadt to Heidelberg bus arrive?

Ingolstadt to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nuremberg central bus station.

Where does the Ingolstadt to Heidelberg train arrive?

Ingolstadt to Heidelberg train services, operated by Transdev GmbH, arrive at Augsburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Ingolstadt to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Ingolstadt to Heidelberg is 260 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Ingolstadt to Heidelberg.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1258+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Can I share a ride from Ingolstadt to Heidelberg?

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

Ingolstadt to Heidelberg - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare

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There are 9 ways to get from Ingolstadt to Heidelberg by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train via Stuttgart
best
1. Take the train from Ingolstadt Hbf to Augsburg Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Augsburg Hbf to Hauptbahnhoftrain 42 / ...
3. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 62 / ...
4h 13m
€45–133
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Ingolstadt to Heidelbergrideshare 260.7 km
3h 8m
€14–16
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ingolstadt Nord to Nürnberg Hbftrain Re1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nuremberg - Bus Station to Heidelbergbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 47m
€32–52
Bus to Munich International Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt, Z O B to Flughafen Münchenbus
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MUC - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 6m
Train
1. Take the train from Ingolstadt Hbf to Guenzburgtrain Rb
2. Take the train from Günzburg to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 62 / ...
4h 38m
€68–142
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt to Nuremberg central bus stationbus FlixBus N1304 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus 109 / ...
4h 59m
€24–40
Drive 260.5 km
1. Drive from Ingolstadt to Heidelbergcar 260.5 km
2h 53m
€38–55
Bus to Munich International Airport, fly to Stuttgart Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt, Z O B to Flughafen Münchenbus
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane MUC - STR
3. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 30m
Train to Nuremberg Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Ingolstadt Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane NUE - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
3h 56m
€123–242

Ingolstadt to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 332.7 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Ingolstadt Hbf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Augsburg Hbf and Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ingolstadt to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Nuremberg central bus station in around 4h 59m.

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