How to travel from Montpellier to Heidelberg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Heidelberg is a bus with an average price of €91.

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

A bus is €141 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Heidelberg costing on average €232.

A bus is €460 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Heidelberg costing on average €551.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Heidelberg is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 37m.

Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 57m.

Bus takes on average 16h 4m.

The distance from Montpellier to Heidelberg is approximately 461 miles (742 km).

The average frequency per day from Montpellier to Heidelberg is:

• Around 37 flights per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.
• Around 4 trains per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Montpellier Airport and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière and arrive in Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof.
• Trains mostly depart from Montpellier-Sud-de-France and arrive in Mannheim Hbf.

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

• Travel with Lufthansa, Air Algerie, KLM Cityhopper, Royal Air Maroc, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, KLM, Air France, Austrian Airlines to go to Heidelberg by flight.
• Travel with TGV, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Heidelberg by train.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Heidelberg by bus.

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

• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Montpellier 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.