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

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Heidelberg is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 9h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct bus from Leuven station to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Leuven Station and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Frankfurt Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Leuven and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from Leuven to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Louvain and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Liege-Guillemins, Frankfurt and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Leuven to Heidelberg?

The distance between Leuven and Heidelberg is 445 km. The road distance is 422 km.

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

The best way to get from Leuven to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs €70 - €330.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Leuven to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Heidelberg bus from?

Leuven to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leuven Station.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Heidelberg train from?

Leuven to Heidelberg train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Louvain station.

Train or bus from Leuven to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Leuven to Heidelberg is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs €70 - €330. Alternatively, you can bus via Frankfurt Airport (FRA), which costs €35 - €70 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Leuven to Heidelberg bus arrive?

Leuven to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt Airport station.

Where does the Leuven to Heidelberg train arrive?

Leuven to Heidelberg train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Liège-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Leuven to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Heidelberg is 422 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Leuven to Heidelberg.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Louvain to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbftrain Ice / ...
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
4h 24m
€74–327
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus N36
9h 49m
€33–58
Bus via Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
1. Take the bus from Leuven Station to Frankfurt Airportbus N84
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt Airport to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus FlixBus 108 / ...
8h 29m
€36–68
Drive 422 km
1. Drive from Leuven to Heidelbergcar 422 km
3h 47m
€66–95
Fly, train
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BRU - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 33m
€90–312

Leuven to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 445 km
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Leuven, Belgium and Heidelberg, Germany?

You can take a train from Louvain to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Liege-Guillemins, Frankfurt, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leuven Station to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Frankfurt Airport in around 8h 29m.

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