Facts about the transport from Cologne to Heidelberg
| Cheapest Transport | $112 |
| Fastest Transport | 2h 31m |
| Earliest Departure | 6:06 AM |
| Latest Departure | 9:17 AM |
| Departures per day | 18 |
| Distance | 126 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | CD, Daytrip |
Cologne to Heidelberg
Best Options
$112
$588
Other Options
Transportation from Cologne to Heidelberg
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Trains$ 111.31
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Taxis$ 518.01
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Buses are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Cologne
To Cologne
From Heidelberg
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How to get from Cologne to Heidelberg
Travelling between Cologne and Heidelberg is possible by Train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 587.47 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 111.52.
How long does it take to get from Cologne to Heidelberg?
It can take you anywhere between 3 and 3 hours to travel between Cologne and Heidelberg depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Cologne and Heidelberg. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 31m. Train does a much slower job and take about 2h 47m to reach Heidelberg.
How much does it cost to get from Cologne to Heidelberg?
Travelling between Cologne and Heidelberg can be as cheap as USD 111.52 if you opt for a CD train and as expensive as USD 587.47 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Cologne and Heidelberg ?
- 12 from Cologne to Heidelberg starting from 06:06 Cologne Hbf until 09:17 Cologne Hbf
- 6 from Cologne to Heidelberg starting from 00:00 Cologne Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Cologne Hotel Transfer
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Cologne to Heidelberg.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between Cologne and Heidelberg
Daytrip
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Cologne to Heidelberg?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% took a train