How to travel from Stockholm to Heidelberg

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Stockholm to Heidelberg

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $105 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $105, while a flight costs an average of $431.

Distance: 781 miles (1257 km)

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Driving

$431

Average price

$105

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Cheapest

$155

Average price

$424

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 16m

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2h 0m

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17h 4m

Average total duration

16h 34m

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30m

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25h 45m

Average total duration

25h 15m

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30m

Additional time*

16h 45m

Average total duration

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3.8 - 7.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.4 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

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1.3 - 3.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm to Heidelberg is a train with an average price of $105 (€86).

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

A train is $50 (€41) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stockholm to Heidelberg costing on average $155 (€128).

A train is $326 (€269) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stockholm to Heidelberg costing on average $431 (€355).

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm to Heidelberg is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 16m.

Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 4m.

Bus takes on average 25h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stockholm and Heidelberg including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Stockholm to Heidelberg among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 13h 29m sooner (3h 16m by flight vs 16h 45m by car). Tickets start at around $431 (€355) compared to roughly $424 (€349) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Stockholm to Heidelberg

How to get from Stockholm to Heidelberg by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Stockholm to Heidelberg is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    12:48 PM32h52
    Stockholm, Cityterminalen
    9:40 PMHeidelberg, Hauptbahnhof
    $1101One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    12:48 PM32h52
    Stockholm, Cityterminalen
    9:40 PMHeidelberg, Hauptbahnhof
    $1101One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH807
    7:10 PM2h10
    Stockholm Arlanda Airport
    9:20 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
    $2581One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    12:48 PM28h09
    Stockholm, Cityterminalen
    4:57 PMHeidelberg Hbf
    $1381One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    10:03 AM26h54
    Stockholm, Cityterminalen
    12:57 PMHeidelberg Hbf
    $1531One-way
    2 transfers
  • EurowingsEW4606
    10:35 AM2h15
    Stockholm Arlanda Airport
    12:50 PMStuttgart Airport
    $1691One-way
    0 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK413 · SK675
    9:50 PM16h45
    Stockholm Arlanda Airport
    2:35 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
    $2121One-way
    1 transfer
  • Sas AirwaysSK1427 · SK675
    9:00 PM17h35
    Stockholm Arlanda Airport
    2:35 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
    $2121One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Stockholm to Heidelberg

Travel to Heidelberg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stockholm to Heidelberg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Stockholm and Heidelberg including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm to Heidelberg is a train with an average price of $105 (€86).

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

A train is $50 (€41) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stockholm to Heidelberg costing on average $155 (€128).

A train is $326 (€269) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stockholm to Heidelberg costing on average $431 (€355).

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm to Heidelberg is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 16m.

Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 4m.

Bus takes on average 25h 45m.

The distance from Stockholm to Heidelberg is approximately 781 miles (1257 km).
The average frequency per day from Stockholm to Heidelberg is:
  • Around 76 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stockholm to Heidelberg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stockholm Arlanda Airport and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stockholm, Cityterminalen and arrive in Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stockholm Central Station and arrive in Heidelberg Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stockholm to Heidelberg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Sas Airways, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, GetJet Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, Malta Air, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Heidelberg by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Heidelberg by bus.
  • Travel with SJ, Deutsche Bahn to go to Heidelberg by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stockholm to Heidelberg:
  • 7 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Lufthansa, Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Stockholm 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.

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