What is the cheapest way to get from Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg?

The cheapest way to get from Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg?

The fastest way to get from Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct bus from Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Rothenburg ob der Tauber and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Crailsheim ZOB and Heilbronn central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Rothenburg ob der Tauber and arriving at Heidelberg, Weststadt/Südstadt via Steinach, Würzburg Hbf and Osterburken, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg?

The distance between Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) and Heidelberg is 226 km. The road distance is 148.5 km.

Where do I catch the Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg bus from?

Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg bus services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Crailsheim ZOB station.

Where do I catch the Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg train from?

Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg train services, operated by Arverio Bayern GmbH, depart from Steinach station.

Train or bus from Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg is to train via Osterburken which takes 4h 40m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg bus arrive?

Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg bus services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof/Busbahnhof station.

Where does the Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg train arrive?

Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg train services, operated by Arverio Bayern GmbH, arrive at Würzburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg.

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Q: How long does it take to get from Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelberg by train, bus, or car

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Train via Osterburken
best
1. Take the train from Steinach to Würzburg Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Osterburken, Bahnhoftrain Re8
3. Take the train from Osterburken, Bahnhof to Heidelberg, Weststadt/Südstadttrain S1 / ...
4h 40m
Drive 148.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station) to Heidelbergcar 148.5 km
1h 37m
€21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Crailsheim ZOB to Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof/Busbahnhofbus Rb83
2. Take the bus from Heilbronn central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus N36 / ...
7h 1m
Train
1. Take the train from Steinach to Würzburg Hbftrain Re80 / ...
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 11 / ...
5h 11m

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Distance: 226.3 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Station), Germany and Heidelberg, Germany?

You can take a train from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Heidelberg, Weststadt/Südstadt via Steinach, Würzburg Hbf, and Osterburken, Bahnhof in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Schnelldorf, Schnelldorf, Crailsheim Bahnhof, Crailsheim ZOB, Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof/Busbahnhof, and Heilbronn central train station in around 7h 1m.

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