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Kunsthalle Heidelberg
Major art museum with collections spanning the nineteenth century to today, plus changing exhibitions in a striking riverside building.
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£27
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£51
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
2 h 12 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
2 h 55 m
Trains on 31 Aug
5
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Heidelberg will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
On Mon 31 Aug, we found 5 trains from Basel to Heidelberg, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 222 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 11 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £484.
Distance: 222 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £484 Average Price |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 54m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Heidelberg trains for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 374 · S3 | On time 8:16 Basel SBB | 2h29 | 10:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 74 · S2 | On time 8:46 Basel SBB | 2h37 | 11:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 200 · S3 | On time 9:16 Basel SBB | 2h28 | 11:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 372 · S3 | On time 10:16 Basel SBB | 2h28 | 12:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 6 · S2 | On time 10:46 Basel SBB | 2h37 | 13:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change |
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Trains from Basel to Heidelberg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:08, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 222 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 222 km |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 1:08 |
Last train 23:16 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 Basel 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 Basel to Heidelberg trains use the Basel SBB to Heidelberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Basel and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
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.
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Altstadt 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: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
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