How to travel from Copenhagen to Heidelberg

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Copenhagen to Heidelberg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč 1,993 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč 1,993, while a flight costs an average of Kč 14,507.

Distance: 462 miles (744 km)

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Driving

Kč 3,025

Average price

Kč 1,993

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Kč 14,507

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Kč 5,086

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10h 45m

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10h 15m

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17h 16m

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16h 46m

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4h 50m

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2h 50m

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10h 24m

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0.2 - 0.7kg

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0.7 - 1.9kg

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2.2 - 4.5kg

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KLM

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Compare ways to travel from Copenhagen to Heidelberg

Compare the available ways to get from Copenhagen to Heidelberg, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Heidelberg is a bus with an average price of Kč 1,993.

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

A bus is Kč 1,033 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Heidelberg costing on average Kč 3,025.

A bus is Kč 12,515 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Heidelberg costing on average Kč 14,507.

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Heidelberg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 45m.

Bus takes on average 17h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Copenhagen and Heidelberg including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Copenhagen to Heidelberg among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 9m faster (10h 15m by train vs 10h 24m by car) and roughly Kč 2,061 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (Kč 3,025 vs Kč 5,086). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Copenhagen to Heidelberg

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Sas AirwaysSK1635
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnECE 395 · ICE 775
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 50145 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 77
    4 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO460 · LO377
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO462 · LO377
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO460 · LO371
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen to Heidelberg.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Copenhagen and Heidelberg including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Heidelberg is a bus with an average price of Kč 1,993.

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

A bus is Kč 1,033 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Heidelberg costing on average Kč 3,025.

A bus is Kč 12,515 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Heidelberg costing on average Kč 14,507.

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Heidelberg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 45m.

Bus takes on average 17h 16m.

The distance from Copenhagen to Heidelberg is approximately 462 miles (744 km).
The average frequency per day from Copenhagen to Heidelberg is:
  • Around 95 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Copenhagen to Heidelberg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Copenhagen Airport and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Copenhagen Central Station and arrive in Heidelberg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro and arrive in Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Copenhagen to Heidelberg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Heidelberg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Heidelberg by train.
  • Travel with KLM, Lufthansa, Sas Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Swiss, British Airways, Air France, Condor Flugdienst, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Baltic, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Cityjet, Helvetic Airways, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Global Supply Systems, asl airlines, CitizenPlane to go to Heidelberg by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Copenhagen to Heidelberg:
  • 8 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Sas Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Copenhagen 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.
Most travelers need at least three days in Heidelberg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Heidelberg, you can visit the historic Heidelberg Castle for panoramic views, stroll along the Old Bridge for picturesque scenery, and take a scenic walk on the Philosopher's Walk. Explore Hauptstrasse, one of Europe’s longest pedestrian streets, and discover Heidelberg University. The Church of the Holy Spirit offers Gothic architecture in the Old Town. Enjoy a family-friendly day at Heidelberg Zoo or learn about pharmacy history at the German Pharmacy Museum within the castle. A boat tour on the Neckar River provides unique city views, and nearby Baden region offers delightful wine tasting tours.
For a fulfilling experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Heidelberg allows you to explore the historic Heidelberg Castle, stroll along the Philosopher's Walk, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the Old Town.
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