What is the best way to travel from Heidelberg to Chemnitz?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Chemnitz from Heidelberg. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Chemnitz from Heidelberg?
You can reach Chemnitz with just £19 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus9h 50m019:20HeidelbergCentral Station05:10ChemnitzCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Heidelberg (Germany) at 21/09/2026 19:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Chemnitz (Germany) arriving at 22/09/2026 05:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m
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FlixBus8h 50m020:55HeidelbergCentral Station05:45ChemnitzCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Heidelberg (Germany) at 21/09/2026 20:55:00 to Central Bus Station, Chemnitz (Germany) arriving at 22/09/2026 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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Deutsche Bahn7h 23m002:02HeidelbergCentral Station09:25ChemnitzCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heidelberg (Germany) at 26/09/2026 02:02:00 to Central Station, Chemnitz (Germany) arriving at 26/09/2026 09:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 23m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 42m003:43HeidelbergCentral Station10:25ChemnitzCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heidelberg (Germany) at 26/09/2026 03:43:00 to Central Station, Chemnitz (Germany) arriving at 26/09/2026 10:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 42m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 37m005:48HeidelbergCentral Station11:25ChemnitzCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heidelberg (Germany) at 26/09/2026 05:48:00 to Central Station, Chemnitz (Germany) arriving at 26/09/2026 11:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £80 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 37m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 51m007:34HeidelbergCentral Station13:25ChemnitzCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heidelberg (Germany) at 26/09/2026 07:34:00 to Central Station, Chemnitz (Germany) arriving at 26/09/2026 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £100 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 51m
Cheapest Trains Saturday
What are the fastest trips from Heidelberg to Chemnitz?
You can get to Chemnitz from Heidelberg in just 5h 37m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus8h 50m020:55HeidelbergCentral Station05:45ChemnitzCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Heidelberg (Germany) at 21/09/2026 20:55:00 to Central Bus Station, Chemnitz (Germany) arriving at 22/09/2026 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
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FlixBus9h 50m019:20HeidelbergCentral Station05:10ChemnitzCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Heidelberg (Germany) at 21/09/2026 19:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Chemnitz (Germany) arriving at 22/09/2026 05:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m
Fastest Buses Monday
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Deutsche Bahn5h 37m005:48HeidelbergCentral Station11:25ChemnitzCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heidelberg (Germany) at 26/09/2026 05:48:00 to Central Station, Chemnitz (Germany) arriving at 26/09/2026 11:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £80 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 37m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 51m007:34HeidelbergCentral Station13:25ChemnitzCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heidelberg (Germany) at 26/09/2026 07:34:00 to Central Station, Chemnitz (Germany) arriving at 26/09/2026 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £100 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 51m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 42m003:43HeidelbergCentral Station10:25ChemnitzCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heidelberg (Germany) at 26/09/2026 03:43:00 to Central Station, Chemnitz (Germany) arriving at 26/09/2026 10:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 42m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 23m002:02HeidelbergCentral Station09:25ChemnitzCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heidelberg (Germany) at 26/09/2026 02:02:00 to Central Station, Chemnitz (Germany) arriving at 26/09/2026 09:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 23m
Fastest Trains Saturday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Heidelberg to Chemnitz
What are the most popular stations in Heidelberg and Chemnitz?
In Heidelberg, you will usually depart from Weststadt/Südstadt Train Station, Seegarten Bus Stop or Central Station, while in Chemnitz you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Grüna, Poststr. Train Station or Stadthalle Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Chemnitz from Heidelberg? With 3 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Heidelberg and Chemnitz, you can pay as low as £19 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Chemnitz in just 5h 37m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Heidelberg and Chemnitz are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Heidelberg and Chemnitz is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Eppelheim or to Neukirchen, and look at flights from Mannheim City Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Heidelberg to Chemnitz?
The most popular companies between Heidelberg and Chemnitz, are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Heidelberg to Chemnitz
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Heidelberg to Chemnitz. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Heidelberg to Chemnitz
How can I reach Chemnitz from Heidelberg?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Chemnitz from Heidelberg.
How far is Chemnitz from Heidelberg?
The distance between Heidelberg and Chemnitz is 342.0 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Heidelberg and Chemnitz?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 58 kgs, and a flight 84 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Heidelberg to Chemnitz?
You can get to Chemnitz with just £19 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Heidelberg to Chemnitz?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Chemnitz in just 5h 37m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Heidelberg and to Chemnitz
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Heidelberg and to Chemnitz. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
