Heidelberg to Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Road Trip Guide & Distance

67.8 miles 109.1 km · straight line
94.6 miles actual route 152.2 km · driving distance
1h 46min estimated drive time
€16 - €20 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
91° E bearing direction

How far is Heidelberg from Rothenburg ob der Tauber?

The distance from Heidelberg to Rothenburg ob der Tauber is 67.8 miles (109.1 km) as the crow flies. Rothenburg ob der Tauber is located E of Heidelberg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 94.6 miles, taking about 1h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in Germany.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Heidelberg and Rothenburg ob der Tauber. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Heidelberg to Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 46min €16 - €20 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 7min $8–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 41min $11–$33* Comfort

Quick Facts

Heidelberg
49.40°N, 8.67°E
Europe/Berlin
114m elevation
Rothenburg ob der Tauber
49.38°N, 10.18°E
Europe/Berlin
425m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 367.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM