What is the cheapest way to get from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg?

The cheapest way to get from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg is to rideshare which costs €4 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg?

The fastest way to get from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 50 min and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct bus between Rhineland-Palatinate and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Bodelschwinghstraße and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Mainz central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Rhineland-Palatinate and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Römisches Theater and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Mainz, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg?

The distance between Rhineland-Palatinate and Heidelberg is 89 km. The road distance is 88.1 km.

How do I travel from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg without a car?

The best way to get from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs €15 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg bus from?

Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Mainz central train station.

Where do I catch the Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg train from?

Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs €15 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €18 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg bus arrive?

Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint station.

Where does the Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg is 88 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg.

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 1259+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Can I share a ride from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg by train, bus, car, tram, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55
1h 51m
€15–78
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Mainz to Heidelbergrideshare 90.3 km
1h 23m
€4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mainz central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus FlixBus 476
3h 55m
€11–18
Drive 88.1 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Heidelbergcar 88.1 km
50 min
€13–18
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5 / ...
2. Take the tram from Mannheim Hbf to Heidelberg, Seegartentram Rnv 5
2h 14m
€19–35

Rhineland-Palatinate to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 88.8 km
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany and Heidelberg, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof every 2 hours. Tickets cost €15–70 and the journey takes 52 min. Süwex also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Mainz central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint twice daily. Tickets cost €11–18 and the journey takes 2h 34m.

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