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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Heidelberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Heidelberg?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Heidelberg
- A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Heidelberg by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Essen to Heidelberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Heidelberg start at $84. The average price for this train route is around $160. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Essen to Heidelberg?
The average train trip from Essen to Heidelberg takes 3h 8m and covers 257 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 22m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Heidelberg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Heidelberg?
The earliest train from Essen to Heidelberg departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 7:09pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Heidelberg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Essen to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
