How to travel from Lausanne to Heidelberg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lausanne to Heidelberg is a bus with an average price of €39.

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

A bus is €39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lausanne to Heidelberg costing on average €78.

A bus is €408 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lausanne to Heidelberg costing on average €447.

The fastest way to travel from Lausanne to Heidelberg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 34m.

Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 11m.

Bus takes on average 8h 27m.

The distance from Lausanne to Heidelberg is approximately 221 miles (356 km).

The average frequency per day from Lausanne to Heidelberg is:

• Around 44 flights per day.
• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

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

• Trains mostly depart from Lausanne station and arrive in Heidelberg Hbf.
• Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome and arrive in Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lausanne 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, Air France, British Airways, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic, KLM Cityhopper, CitizenPlane, Qatar Airways, Helvetic Airways to go to Heidelberg by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Lausanne to Heidelberg:

• 4 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Swiss, CitizenPlane.

Omio customers who travel from Lausanne 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.