How to travel from Heidelberg to Berlin

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

The cheapest way to travel from Heidelberg to Berlin is a bus with an average price of $53.

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

A bus is $60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg to Berlin costing on average $113.

A bus is $345 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg to Berlin costing on average $398.

The fastest way to travel from Heidelberg to Berlin is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 50m.

Other travel options to Berlin take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 53m.

Bus takes on average 10h 9m.

The distance from Heidelberg to Berlin is approximately 297 miles (479 km).

The average frequency per day from Heidelberg to Berlin is:

• Around 29 flights per day.
• Around 14 trains per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Heidelberg to Berlin:

• Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Berlin Brandenburg Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Heidelberg Hbf and arrive in Berlin Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).

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

• Travel with Lufthansa, Eurowings, Avion Express Malta, Lufthansa Cityline, CitizenPlane, BA Cityflyer, Condor Flugdienst, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Croatia Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, TAP Portugal, British Airways, Cityjet to go to Berlin by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Berlin by bus.
• Travel with FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn to go to Berlin by train.

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

• 17 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Eurowings, Avion Express Malta, Lufthansa Cityline, CitizenPlane, Condor Flugdienst, Cityjet.
• 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
• 7 direct trains per day with FlixTrain.

Omio customers who travel from Heidelberg to Berlin often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Paris, Amsterdam, Dresden, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Berlin and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Berlin to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Berlin, explore the vibrant street art scene in Kreuzberg, enjoy a leisurely boat tour on the River Spree, and visit the bustling markets at Mauerpark. Experience the nightlife in the trendy district of Friedrichshain and attend a classical concert at the Berlin Philharmonic. Discover iconic sights like the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial, Museum Island, Reichstag Building, and Charlottenburg Palace.

To fully experience Berlin's major attractions, museums, and vibrant culture, spending about 3 to 4 days is ideal. This allows time to explore landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island, and the Berlin Wall, while also enjoying the city's unique neighborhoods and cuisine.