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Compare coach and train for Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £71.
Distance: 218 km
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£76 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf
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Trains from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 218 km distance in 4h 19m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £26
Distance 218 km |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 23:39 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £26
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Bayreuth Hbf and Heidelberg Hbf from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 19m
Cheapest Price
£71
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £71, while the average price tends to be around £76.
The train journey from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf covers a distance of 218 km and takes approximately 4h 19m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf is 218 km.
The first train from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf leaves at 4:52.
The last train from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf departs at 23:39.
Trains from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf run approximately 7 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf.
To get from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £26.
Booking trains from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf offers scenic views of the Franconian and Odenwald regions, including rolling hills, charming villages, and lush forests, making it a picturesque route.
A day trip from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 19m. There are 6 trains per day and the distance is 218 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Bayreuth Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bayreuth Hbf and Heidelberg Hbf
Bayreuth
Heidelberg
The major train station for departures in Bayreuth is Bayreuth Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bayreuth Hbf for your trip from Bayreuth to Heidelberg.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:30 - 14:00
Dining
- Ponte Central
- Inges Café
- Poseidon
- Cô Chính
Hotel
- Poseidon
- Bayerischer Hof
- B&B Hotel
- Hotel Weihenstephan
The major train station for arrivals in Heidelberg is Heidelberg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Heidelberg Hbf for your journey to Heidelberg from Bayreuth.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Heid´s Grill
- McDonald's
- Uuuhmami
- Taj Mahal
Hotel
- Leonardo Hotel
- Qube Hotel
- NH Heidelberg
- Krokodil
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