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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Heidelberg is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Heidelberg is to fly and train which takes 3h 31m and costs €110 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leipzig central train station station and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 53m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Heidelberg?

The distance between Leipzig and Heidelberg is 470 km. The road distance is 464.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs €85 - €370.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Leipzig to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Heidelberg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Heidelberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Leipzig to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Heidelberg is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs €85 - €370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Leipzig to Heidelberg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leipzig to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Heidelberg is 464 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Leipzig to Heidelberg.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

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Leipzig to Heidelberg - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Leipzig to Heidelberg by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 11 / ...
4h 38m
€87–364
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus N13
6h 44m
€35–65
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Leipzig Hbf to Mannheim Hbfnighttrain Nj
5h 28m
€36–173
Drive 464.3 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Heidelbergcar 464.3 km
4h 3m
€66–95
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Frankfurttrain 50 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 26 / ...
5h 21m
€95–418
Train #2
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
8h 53m
€150–700
Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane LEJ - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
3h 31m
€111–252
Train to Dresden Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DRS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 55m
€164–451
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BER - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 2m
€119–390

Leipzig to Heidelberg by train and tram

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4h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 469.9 km
Duration: 4h 38m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof every 2 hours. Tickets cost €80–360 and the journey takes 3h 41m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint once daily. Tickets cost €35–65 and the journey takes 6h 44m.

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