1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£72
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£97
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 32 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
365 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Antwerp to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Antwerp to Heidelberg will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
To travel from Antwerp to Heidelberg you need to make at least 2 changes.
IC 3126 · ICE 11 · ICE 1093
IC 3126 · ICE 11 · IC 2040
IC 3126 · ICE 11 · ICE 103 · 19269
IC 4529 · ICE 13 · ICE 2013
IC 4529 · ICE 13 · ICE 211
IC 4529 · ICE 13 · ICE 105 · 19273
IC 4529 · ICE 13 · ICE 211
IC 4529 · ICE 13 · ICE 2013
IC 3126 · ICE 11 · ICE 103 · 19269
IC 3126 · ICE 11 · ICE 1093Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, while a flight costs an average of £385.
Distance: 365 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£95 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £385 Average Price | £65 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Heidelberg:
A coach is £67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Heidelberg costing on average £111.
A coach is £342 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Antwerp to Heidelberg costing on average £385.
Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 49m.
Coach takes on average 9h 14m.
Tickets start at around £111 compared to roughly £65 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-45.67. The journey takes 4h 49m versus 4h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Antwerp to Heidelberg trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:54 Antwerp | 5h40 | 14:34 Heidelberg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:50 Antwerp | 10h44 | 4:34 Heidelberg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
IC 3126 · ICE 11 · ICE 103 · 19269 | 5:06 Antwerp-Central | 5h42 | 10:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 3126 · ICE 11 · ICE 1093 | On time 5:06 Antwerp-Central | 6h05 | 11:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3126 · ICE 11 · IC 2040 | On time 5:06 Antwerp-Central | 6h28 | 11:34 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Antwerp to Heidelberg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:43, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 365 km distance in 4h 47m.
Distance 365 km |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 47m |
First train 3:43 |
Last train 22:19 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Discover the best of Heidelberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Heidelberg trip today.
Major art museum with collections spanning the nineteenth century to today, plus changing exhibitions in a striking riverside building.
Museum on the Electoral Palatinate inside Morass Palace, with art, history and changing displays that illuminate regional life and culture.
Compact student prison museum where university offenders were once confined. Preserved graffiti and cells offer an unusual academic history.
Heidelberg’s atmospheric Old Town with lanes, squares and baroque facades. Ideal for walking between the river, churches and castle paths.
Riverside philosophers’ path above the Neckar, famous for broad views across Heidelberg, the castle and the Old Town rooftops.
Long pedestrian high street lined with shops, historic buildings and side alleys. A practical route through the heart of the Old Town.
A hearty pork stomach stuffed with minced pork, potatoes and spices. It is a classic Palatinate speciality long associated with Heidelberg taverns.
A rich stew of beef, pork, bacon and sausage with potatoes. It is a filling regional dish from the Palatinate and Odenwald area around Heidelberg.
Liver dumplings, usually served in broth or with sauerkraut and bread. They are a traditional everyday dish in the Heidelberg and Palatinate region.
Refined restaurant and wine tavern in the Altstadt with seasonal German cooking, a strong wine list and an intimate atmosphere.
Historic brewery tavern in the Altstadt known for house beers and classic regional dishes in a lively, traditional setting.
Long-running student tavern and restaurant with a rustic feel, pouring local beers and serving straightforward regional dishes.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and regional rail are reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Heidelberg Hbf -> Bismarckplatz, Heidelberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Antwerp to Heidelberg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Heidelberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Antwerp to Heidelberg trains use the Antwerpen Centraal to Heidelberg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Antwerp and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Antwerpen Centraal is 1 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café - Brasserie Royal, Einstein Koffie, Leonidas, Starbucks, Yam Yam, Panos, Sweetz To Go, Frituur Centraal, lunch & pasta coffee, Döner Company, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network. ATMs are located inside the atrium and retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00. Information desks are located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area. .
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen Centraal: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station, A-Stay Antwerpen, Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre.
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
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