How to travel from Rome to Heidelberg

There are 2 options to travel between Rome and Heidelberg including taking a bus and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Heidelberg is a bus with an average price of $123.

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

A bus is $437 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Heidelberg costing on average $560.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Heidelberg is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 41m.

Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:

Bus takes on average 18h 49m.

The distance from Rome to Heidelberg is approximately 550 miles (886 km).

The average frequency per day from Rome to Heidelberg is:

• Around 97 flights per day.
• Around 10 buses per day.

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

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

• Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof.

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

• Travel with easyJet, Lufthansa, Malta Air, Eurowings, ITA, Avion Express Malta, Ryanair, Brussels Airlines, Condor Flugdienst, Qatar Airways, braathens regional aviation, Air Baltic, Croatia Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Air Serbia, Vueling, AJet, Turkish Airlines, Oman Air to go to Heidelberg by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Heidelberg by bus.

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

• 10 direct flights per day with easyJet, Lufthansa, Malta Air, Eurowings, ITA, Avion Express Malta, Ryanair, Condor Flugdienst.

Omio customers who travel from Rome 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.