Train from Cologne to Heidelberg: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Cologne to Heidelberg on 12 December
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Heidelberg Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Heidelberg Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Heidelberg Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche BahnTrain
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Heidelberg Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Heidelberg Central Train StationNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Heidelberg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18carpool per day
2h 40mAverage duration
131 milesDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£14 - £46Average duration4h
5kg CO₂e
Average price£15 - £186Average duration2h 6m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£12 - £27Average duration2h 40m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne 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 Cologne to Heidelberg?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Heidelberg start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £69. 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 Cologne to Heidelberg?

    The average train journey time from Cologne to Heidelberg is 2h 6m, covering a distance of 130 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 23m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 18 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.

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

    The earliest train from Cologne to Heidelberg departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 20:00.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Cologne 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.

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

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cologne to Heidelberg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.

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

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