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

The cheapest way to get from Saarbrücken to Heidelberg is to bus which costs €12 - €21 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saarbrücken to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Saarbrücken and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Saarbrücken bus station station and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Saarbrücken and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Saarbrücken Hbf and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Saarbrücken to Heidelberg?

The distance between Saarbrücken and Heidelberg is 147 km. The road distance is 152.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Saarbrücken to Heidelberg without a car is to train via Mannheim Hbf which takes 1h 33m and costs €25 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Saarbrücken to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saarbrücken to Heidelberg bus from?

Saarbrücken to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Saarbrücken bus station.

Where do I catch the Saarbrücken to Heidelberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Saarbrücken to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Saarbrücken to Heidelberg is to train via Mannheim Hbf which takes 1h 33m and costs €25 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €21 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Saarbrücken to Heidelberg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Saarbrücken to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saarbrücken to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Saarbrücken to Heidelberg is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Saarbrücken to Heidelberg.

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

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Saarbrücken to Heidelberg by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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Train via Mannheim Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Saarbruecken Hbf to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
1h 33m
€25–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus 109
2h 4m
€12–21
Drive 152.2 km
1. Drive from Saarbrücken to Heidelbergcar 152.2 km
1h 23m
€22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
1h 46m
€24–35
Train via Homburg
1. Take the train from Homburg to Heidelberg, Weststadt/Südstadttrain S1
3h 19m
€36–62

Saarbrücken to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 146.6 km
Duration: 1h 33m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Saarbruecken Hbf to Mannheim Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €23–110 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint once daily. Tickets cost €12–21 and the journey takes 2h 4m.

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