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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
11 h 11 m
Average duration
12 h 26 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
744 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Heidelberg will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 5 trains that leave Copenhagen for Heidelberg every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 744 km distance in an average of 12 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 h 33 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Copenhagen to Heidelberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £91.
Distance: 744 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£76 Average Price | £66 Average Price Cheapest | £166 Average Price |
11h 1m Average total duration 10h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 55m Average total duration 15h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Copenhagen to Heidelberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Heidelberg trains for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:50 Copenhagen | 11h32 | 22:22 Heidelberg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:52 Copenhagen | 11h30 | 22:22 Heidelberg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:00 Copenhagen | 22h04 | 20:04 Heidelberg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 28 February | |||||
| 05:25 Copenhagen | 14h33 | 19:58 Heidelberg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:50 Copenhagen | 11h33 | 20:23 Heidelberg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Heidelberg
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Trains from Copenhagen to Heidelberg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 744 km distance in 9h 51m.
Distance 744 km |
Average train duration 10h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 9h 51m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:44 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Copenhagen to Heidelberg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Copenhagen and Heidelberg from £36. 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.
FAQs: Copenhagen to Heidelberg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen and Heidelberg
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCBike ParkingWifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
- Heid´s Grill
- McDonald's
- Uuuhmami
- Taj Mahal
- Leonardo Hotel
- Qube Hotel
- NH Heidelberg
- Krokodil
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Restaurant Dufke
- Stettiner Klause
- Hakim's Imbiss
- KOLBEZ Cafe
- Hotel Rose
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Il Sogno
- Neckartal
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