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

The cheapest way to get from Wetzlar to Heidelberg is to drive which costs €20 - €30 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wetzlar to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Wetzlar and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct bus from Wetzlar to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Wetzlar Bahnhof/ZOB and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Gießen Berliner Platz, Gießen and Mannheim central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Wetzlar and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from Wetzlar to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Wetzlar Bahnhof and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Gießen Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Wetzlar to Heidelberg?

The distance between Wetzlar and Heidelberg is 165 km. The road distance is 145.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Wetzlar to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs €29 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Wetzlar to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wetzlar to Heidelberg bus from?

Wetzlar to Heidelberg bus services, operated by Verkehrsgesellschaft Lahn-Dill-Weil mbH, depart from Wetzlar Bahnhof/ZOB station.

Where do I catch the Wetzlar to Heidelberg train from?

Wetzlar to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Gießen Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Wetzlar to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Wetzlar to Heidelberg is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs €29 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Wetzlar to Heidelberg bus arrive?

Wetzlar to Heidelberg bus services, operated by Verkehrsgesellschaft Lahn-Dill-Weil mbH, arrive at Gießen Stadttheater station.

Where does the Wetzlar to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wetzlar to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Wetzlar to Heidelberg is 145 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Wetzlar to Heidelberg.

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

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Wetzlar to Heidelberg - 5 ways to travel via train, line 24 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gießen Bahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 26
2h 59m
€30–114
Drive 145.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Wetzlar to Heidelbergcar 145.3 km
1h 24m
€21–31
Line 24 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Wetzlar Bahnhof/ZOB to Gießen Bahnhofbus 24
2. Take the train from Gießen Bahnhof to Frankfurttrain
3. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus 198 / ...
5h 17m
Line 24 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wetzlar Bahnhof/ZOB to Gießen Bahnhofbus 24
2. Take the train from Gießen Bahnhof to Frankfurttrain
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 62 / ...
4h 12m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wetzlar Bahnhof/ZOB to Gießen Stadttheaterbus 24
2. Take the bus from Gießen to Mannheimbus
5h 33m

Wetzlar to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 164.7 km
Duration: 2h 59m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gießen Bahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof 3 times a day. Tickets cost €27–110 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wetzlar Bahnhof/ZOB to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Gießen Stadttheater, Gießen Berliner Platz, Gießen An der Automeile, Gießen, and Mannheim central bus station in around 5h 33m.

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