ICE 946 · ICE 1071 · ICE 10935:355h36Berlin Hbf11:11Heidelberg Hbf£221One-way2 changes
ICE 277 · 192674:345h14Berlin Hbf9:48Heidelberg Hbf£251One-way1 change
ICE 644 · ICE 575 · S16:475h36Berlin Hbf12:23Heidelberg Hbf£321One-way2 changes
ICE 1501 · ICE 593 · 192695:365h12Berlin Hbf10:48Heidelberg Hbf£321One-way2 changes
ICE 593 · 192695:275h21Berlin Hbf10:48Heidelberg Hbf£321One-way1 change
ICE 9590 · S37:115h05Berlin Spandau12:16Heidelberg Hbf£3151One-way1 change
ICE 1501 · ICE 593 · 192695:365h12Berlin Hbf10:48Heidelberg Hbf£321One-way2 changes
ICE 277 · 192674:345h14Berlin Hbf9:48Heidelberg Hbf£251One-way1 change
ICE 279 · 192716:315h17Berlin Hbf11:48Heidelberg Hbf£1071One-way1 change
ICE 593 · 192695:275h21Berlin Hbf10:48Heidelberg Hbf£321One-way1 change
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Compare train, coach and flight for Berlin to Heidelberg
The cheapest option from Berlin to Heidelberg is train, with an average price of £38. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Heidelberg among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.
Distance: 479 km
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5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Berlin to Heidelberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Heidelberg trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 942 · ICE 1073 · ICE 1095 | Delayed 7:57 9:47Berlin Hbf | 5h24 | 15:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain | 9:57 Berlin Hbf | 7h00 | 16:57 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 10:04 Berlin Südkreuz station | 6h53 | 16:57 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 373 · 19279 | On time 10:37 Berlin Hbf | 5h11 | 15:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 599 · 19281 | On time 11:24 Berlin Hbf | 5h24 | 16:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1135 · ICE 1291 | On time 12:02 Berlin Hbf | 5h09 | 17:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 375 · 19283 | On time 12:31 Berlin Hbf | 5h17 | 17:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 548 · ICE 771 · S2 | On time 12:47 Berlin Hbf | 5h36 | 18:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 691 · 19245 | On time 13:24 Berlin Hbf | 5h24 | 18:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 848 · ICE 1187 · ICE 1097 | On time 13:47 Berlin Hbf | 5h24 | 19:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 277 · 19267 | On time 4:34 Berlin Hbf | 5h14 | 9:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 593 · 19269 | 5:27 Berlin Hbf | 5h21 | 10:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 946 · ICE 1071 · ICE 1093 | On time 5:35 Berlin Hbf | 5h36 | 11:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1501 · ICE 593 · 19269 | On time 5:36 Berlin Hbf | 5h12 | 10:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 279 · 19271 | On time 6:31 Berlin Hbf | 5h17 | 11:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 644 · ICE 575 · S1 | On time 6:47 Berlin Hbf | 5h36 | 12:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 9590 · S3 | On time 7:11 Berlin Spandau | 5h05 | 12:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 595 · 19273 | On time 7:23 Berlin Hbf | 5h25 | 12:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 7:57 Berlin Hbf | 7h00 | 14:57 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 8:04 Berlin Südkreuz station | 6h53 | 14:57 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 642 · ICE 577 · S2 | On time 8:47 Berlin Hbf | 5h36 | 14:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain | 9:26 Berlin Spandau | 7h31 | 16:57 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Heidelberg
Typically, there are 14 trains per day from Berlin to Heidelberg, including 6 direct trains, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 479 km distance in 4h 51m.
Distance 479 km |
Average train duration 5h 20m |
Lowest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 4h 51m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Berlin to Heidelberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Berlin and Heidelberg from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Berlin to Heidelberg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Heidelberg
Most Berlin to Heidelberg trains use the Berlin Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Berlin station do trains to Heidelberg leave from?
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services
Berlin Hbf 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 and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Getting to Berlin Südkreuz from Berlin city centre
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz train station facilities and services
Berlin Südkreuz 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 and drink
Food options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
Getting to Berlin Spandau from Berlin city centre
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau train station facilities and services
Berlin Spandau 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 and drink
Food options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Which Heidelberg station do trains from Berlin arrive at?
Getting to Heidelberg Hbf from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
Getting to Heidelberg-Altstadt from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Altstadt train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
Getting to Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen is 3 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen train station facilities and services
Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kurpfalz-Café, Cube, Flammkuchenhof, Arizona 50s Diner
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen.
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