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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 15 Oct
£50
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£110
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
10 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
10 h 21 m
Trains on 15 Oct
14
Distance
791 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Heidelberg will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
To travel from Budapest to Heidelberg you need to make at least 2 changes.
EC 142 · RJX 166 · EC 114 · ICE 910
R 4614 · EC 142 · RJX 166 · EC 114
RJX 64 · ICE 560 · S2
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 116
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 116
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 116
EC 140+
RJX19976+
ICE 116
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 116
R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 266 · S3
RJX 62+
ICE 266+
DB S3Trains from Budapest to Heidelberg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £26 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:56, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 791 km distance in 9h 29m.
Distance 791 km |
Average train duration 10h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 9h 29m |
First train 0:56 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Heidelberg trains for today, Wednesday 14 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 116 | On time 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 10h14 | 18:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 140+ RJX19976+ ICE 116 | On time 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 10h14 | 18:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 140+ IC 642+ RJX 62+ ICE 266 | 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 11h41 | 20:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 116 | On time 8:40 Budapest-Deli | 10h04 | 18:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX 62+ ICE 266+ DB S3 | On time 9:30 Budapest Keleti | 10h41 | 20:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 62+ IC 644+ EC 114+ ICE 910 | On time 9:30 Budapest Keleti | 12h04 | 21:34 Heidelberg Hbf | 4 changes | |
RJX 62 · ICE 266 · S3 | On time 9:30 Budapest Keleti | 10h41 | 20:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 266 · S3 | 9:40 Budapest-Deli | 10h31 | 20:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 142+ IC 646+ RJX 64+ ICE 560 | 10:30 Budapest Keleti | 11h42 | 22:12 Heidelberg Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 142+ RJX19916+ EC 114+ ICE 910 | On time 10:30 Budapest Keleti | 11h04 | 21:34 Heidelberg Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 142 · RJX 19916 · EC 114 · ICE 910 | On time 10:30 Budapest Keleti | 11h04 | 21:34 Heidelberg Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 4614 · EC 142 · RJX 19916 · EC 114 | On time 10:40 Budapest-Deli | 10h54 | 21:34 Heidelberg Hbf | 5 changes | |
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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 Budapest 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 Budapest to Heidelberg trains use the Budapest Keleti to Heidelberg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
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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