How to get to Heidelberg from Bamberg

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Compare train and coach for Bamberg to Heidelberg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bamberg to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a train costs an average of £56.

Distance: 168 km

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£56

Average Price

£24

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Cheapest

£28

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(fuel + tolls)

3h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 28m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 5m

Average total duration

4h 35m

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30m

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2h 51m

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(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bamberg to Heidelberg is a coach with an average price of £24.

This is compared to other travel options from Bamberg to Heidelberg:

A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bamberg to Heidelberg costing on average £56.

The fastest way to travel from Bamberg to Heidelberg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 58m.

Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bamberg and Heidelberg including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £56 compared to roughly £28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-28.07. The journey takes 3h 28m versus 2h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Bamberg to Heidelberg

How to get to Heidelberg from Bamberg by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Bamberg to Heidelberg is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    10:356h10
    Bamberg
    16:45Heidelberg
    £231One-way
    0 changes

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  • FlixBus
    10:356h10
    Bamberg
    16:45Heidelberg
    £231One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    10:356h10
    Bamberg
    16:45Heidelberg
    £231One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Bamberg to Heidelberg

Travel to Heidelberg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bamberg to Heidelberg.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bamberg and Heidelberg including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Bamberg to Heidelberg is a coach with an average price of £24.

This is compared to other travel options from Bamberg to Heidelberg:

A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bamberg to Heidelberg costing on average £56.

The fastest way to travel from Bamberg to Heidelberg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 58m.

Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 5m.

The Bamberg to Heidelberg distance is approximately 168 km.
The average frequency per day from Bamberg to Heidelberg is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 4 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bamberg and Heidelberg as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bamberg to Heidelberg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bamberg and arrive in Heidelberg Hbf.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Bamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße) and arrive in Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bamberg to Heidelberg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Heidelberg by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Heidelberg by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bamberg to Heidelberg:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Bamberg to Heidelberg often also extend their vacation to go to Frankfurt am Main, Paris, Strasbourg, Munich, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Heidelberg and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Bamberg to Heidelberg, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Heidelberg, you can visit the historic Heidelberg Castle for panoramic views and explore the German Pharmacy Museum within its grounds. Stroll down the vibrant Hauptstrasse, one of Europe’s longest pedestrian streets. Take a boat tour on the Neckar River for scenic views, or enjoy a wine tasting tour in the nearby Baden vineyards. Don't miss the iconic Old Bridge and a walk along the Philosopher's Walk for stunning vistas. Experience the city's academic heritage at Heidelberg University and visit the Gothic Church of the Holy Spirit in the Old Town. The family-friendly Heidelberg Zoo is also worth a visit.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Heidelberg allows visitors to explore the Old Town, visit Heidelberg Castle, and enjoy the Philosopher's Walk, providing a well-rounded experience of the city's main attractions.

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