How to travel from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg

There are 3 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Heidelberg including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg is a bus with an average price of €25.

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

A bus is €46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg costing on average €71.

A bus is €207 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg costing on average €232.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 29m.

Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 36m.

Bus takes on average 5h 35m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg is approximately 150 miles (243 km).

The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg is:

• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 8 buses per day.
• Around 5 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Heidelberg:

• Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Heidelberg Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Lufthansa, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, British Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Eurowings, CitizenPlane, Air Dolomiti, Condor Flugdienst to go to Heidelberg by flight.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Hessische Landesbahn to go to Heidelberg by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Heidelberg by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg with the following travel companies:

• 4 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, CitizenPlane, Air Dolomiti.
• 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf 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.