The cheapest and fastest trains from Chemnitz to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
6 h 7 m
Average duration
8 h 23 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chemnitz to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chemnitz to Heidelberg will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
To travel from Chemnitz to Heidelberg you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus+
FlixTrain11:5511h00Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal22:55Heidelberg Hbf£401One-way1 change
74195 · ICE 69921:316h07Chemnitz Hbf3:38Heidelberg Hbf£541One-way1 change
FlixBus+
FlixTrain9:459h12Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal18:57Heidelberg Hbf£1021One-way1 change
74171 · ICE 91 · IC 2160 · ICE 10929:317h13Chemnitz Hbf16:44Heidelberg Hbf£1341One-way3 changes
74195 · ICE 69921:316h07Chemnitz Hbf3:38Heidelberg Hbf£541One-way1 change
74171 · ICE 91 · IC 2160 · ICE 10929:317h13Chemnitz Hbf16:44Heidelberg Hbf£1341One-way3 changes
FlixBus+
FlixTrain9:459h12Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal18:57Heidelberg Hbf£1021One-way1 change
FlixBus+
FlixTrain11:5511h00Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal22:55Heidelberg Hbf£401One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Chemnitz to Heidelberg
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Chemnitz to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £122.
Distance: 340 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £219 Average Price |
8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chemnitz to Heidelberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Chemnitz to Heidelberg trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
74171 · ICE 91 · IC 2160 · ICE 1092 | On time 9:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 7h13 | 16:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 3 changes | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 9:45 Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 9h12 | 18:57 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:55 Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 11h00 | 22:55 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
74195 · ICE 699 | On time 21:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 6h07 | 3:38 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chemnitz to Heidelberg
Trains from Chemnitz to Heidelberg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:27, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 340 km distance in 5h 17m.
Distance 340 km |
Average train duration 7h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 1:27 |
Last train 23:14 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Transdev GmbH, Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn from Chemnitz to Heidelberg trainsTransdev GmbH, Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn trains will get you between Chemnitz and Heidelberg from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chemnitz to Heidelberg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chemnitz 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 Chemnitz and Heidelberg
Most Chemnitz to Heidelberg trains use the Chemnitz Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. Use this guide to compare Chemnitz and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chemnitz station do trains to Heidelberg leave from?
Getting to Chemnitz Hbf from Chemnitz city centre
Chemnitz Hbf is 1 km from Chemnitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Chemnitz Hbf train station facilities and services
Chemnitz 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: Genießer-Eck, Delphi, Zum Haineck, Japanisches Restaurant Osaka
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chemnitz Hbf. ATMs are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chemnitz Hbf. Information desks are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Chemnitz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chemnitz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chemnitz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Chemnitzer Hof, Hotel Sächsischer Hof, Hotel an der Oper, Hotel Elisenhof.
Which Heidelberg station do trains from Chemnitz 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-Weststadt/Südstadt from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt train station facilities and services
Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt 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: McDonald's, Saffron, Thanaphon, Krokodil
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Elite, Hotel Mille Stelle, Krokodil, Boardinghouse.
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