What is the cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt is to rideshare which costs €4 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt is to drive which takes 37 min and costs €8 - €12.

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Heidelberg, Altstadt?

No, there is no direct bus from Karlsruhe station to Heidelberg, Altstadt. However, there are services departing from Karlsruhe central train station and arriving at Heidelberg, Altstadt via Heidelberg, Betriebshof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and Heidelberg, Altstadt?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Heidelberg, Altstadt. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Heidelberg, Altstadt is 58 km. The road distance is 57.1 km.

How do I travel from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt without a car?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs €10 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

It takes approximately 41 min to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt train from?

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

Train or bus from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt is to train which takes 41 min and costs €10 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €11 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt bus arrive?

Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint station.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt is 57 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt.

How do I get a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

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Where can I stay near Heidelberg, Altstadt?

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Can I share a ride from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt?

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

Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
41 min
€11–44
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Karlsruhe to Heidelbergrideshare 54.9 km
1h 25m
€4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus FlixBus 108 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heidelberg, Betriebshof to Heidelberg, Altstadtbus Rnv 20 / ...
1h 10m
€8–11
Drive 57.1 km
1. Drive from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadtcar 57.1 km
37 min
€9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadttaxi 57.1 km
37 min
€130–160
Train via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain S3 / ...
57 min
€11–44
Train #2
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Altstadttrain S1
1h 39m
€23–45

Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Altstadt by train

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Distance: 58.1 km
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Karlsruhe, Germany and Heidelberg, Altstadt, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof every 3 hours. Tickets cost €9–45 and the journey takes 29 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Heidelberg, Altstadt via Heidelberg Pre Waypoint and Heidelberg, Betriebshof in around 1h 10m.

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