How to travel from Leiden to Heidelberg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Leiden to Heidelberg is a bus with an average price of zł 208.

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

A bus is zł 403 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden to Heidelberg costing on average zł 611.

A bus is zł 2,208 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leiden to Heidelberg costing on average zł 2,415.

The fastest way to travel from Leiden to Heidelberg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 25m.

Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 12m.

Bus takes on average 9h 53m.

The distance from Leiden to Heidelberg is approximately 264 miles (425 km).

The average frequency per day from Leiden to Heidelberg is:

• Around 48 flights per day.
• Around 21 trains per day.
• Around 5 buses per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Leiden Centraal and arrive in Heidelberg Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Den Haag, Centraal Station and arrive in Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof.

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

• Travel with Air France, Lufthansa, KLM, Swiss, British Airways, Air Baltic, KLM Cityhopper, Austrian Airlines, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Dolomiti, Helvetic Airways, ITA to go to Heidelberg by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Heidelberg by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Heidelberg by train.

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

• 14 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, KLM, KLM Cityhopper, Air Dolomiti.
• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Leiden 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.