Train from Berlin to Heidelberg: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Heidelberg on 27 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn ICE
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Heidelberg Central Train StationCheapest
Flixtrain
    Berlin Südkreuz
    Heidelberg HauptbahnhofFastest
    Flixtrain
      Hauptbahnhof
      Heidelberg HauptbahnhofNo tags
      Deutsche Bahn ICE
      Berlin Ostbahnhof
      Heidelberg Central Train StationNo tags
      Flixtrain
        Spandau
        Heidelberg HauptbahnhofNo tags

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        Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin to Heidelberg

        We recommend taking the train

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 5 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        14train per day
        5h 1mAverage duration
        298 milesDistance
        12kgCO₂ emissions
        Average price£18 - £99Average duration10h 30m
        12kg CO₂e
        Average price£11 - £181Average duration5h 1m
        12kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        Average price£23 - £54Average duration6h 10m
        20kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Heidelberg by train

        Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

        1. How much does a train ticket cost from Berlin to Heidelberg?

          The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Heidelberg start from £11. The average price for this train route is around £36. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the train journey from Berlin to Heidelberg?

          The average train journey time from Berlin to Heidelberg is 5h 1m, covering a distance of 298 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 51m and is operated by FlixTrain.

        3. Which train operators serve the Berlin to Heidelberg route?

          Several major train operators run on this route with 14 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.

        4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Heidelberg?

          The earliest train from Berlin to Heidelberg departs at 06:15. And the latest train departs at 21:27.

        5. Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Heidelberg?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

        6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Heidelberg?

          According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

        7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Berlin 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.

        8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin 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.

        Find cheapest prices for trains

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        24/01
        £26
        25/01
        £73
        Today
        £41
        27/01
        £44
        28/01
        £24
        29/01
        £28
        30/01
        £43
        31/01
        £35
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Berlin to Heidelberg was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of £24

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berlin to Heidelberg as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from £24 to £210 for a train ticket from Berlin to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £24, which is on 2026-01-28.

        Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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