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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- £16
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- £20
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 53 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 54 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 20
- Distance
- 72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Fri 13 Nov, we found 20 trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 54 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.
ICE 11 · ICE 15739:15 1h26 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 10:41 Heidelberg Hbf £16 1 One-way 1 change- ICE 217
11:01 1h03 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 12:04 Heidelberg Hbf £16 1 One-way 0 changes - ICE 15 · ICE 1577
13:15 1h26 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 14:41 Heidelberg Hbf £16 1 One-way 1 change - ICE 17 · ICE 1671
17:15 1h26 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 18:41 Heidelberg Hbf £16 1 One-way 1 change - ICE 913 · S3
8:22 0h54 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 9:16 Heidelberg Hbf £21 1 One-way 1 change
- ICE 515 · S3
10:51 0h53 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 11:44 Heidelberg Hbf £21 1 One-way 1 change - ICE 913 · S3
8:22 0h54 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 9:16 Heidelberg Hbf £21 1 One-way 1 change - ICE 915 · S3
10:22 0h54 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 11:16 Heidelberg Hbf £21 1 One-way 1 change - ICE 513 · S3
8:51 0h54 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 9:45 Heidelberg Hbf £21 1 One-way 1 change - ICE 517 · S3
12:51 0h54 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 13:45 Heidelberg Hbf £23 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf run on average 17 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:46, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 41m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 0:46 |
Last train 23:25 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf trip
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf trains for today, Thursday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 913 · S3 | On time 8:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 9:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 513 · S3 | Delayed 7:56 8:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 9:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 11 · ICE 1573 | Delayed 8:19 9:15Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h26 | 10:41 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 1573 | On time 9:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h26 | 10:41 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 103 · 19269 | On time 9:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 10:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 915 · S3 | On time 10:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 11:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 515 · S3 | On time 10:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h53 | 11:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 217 | On time 11:01 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 12:04 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 105 · 19273 | Delayed 10:55 11:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 12:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1255 · S3 | On time 12:21 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 13:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 517 · S3 | On time 12:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 13:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 15 · ICE 1577 | On time 13:15 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h26 | 14:41 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 1577 | On time 13:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h26 | 14:41 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 107 · 19277 | On time 13:53 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 14:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 519 · S3 | On time 14:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 15:46 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 109 · 19281 | On time 15:53 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 16:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1011 · S3 | On time 16:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 17:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 611 · S3 | On time 16:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 17:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 1671 | On time 17:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h26 | 18:41 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 17 · ICE 1671 | On time 17:15 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h26 | 18:41 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 201 · 19245 | On time 17:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 18:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 613 · S3 | On time 18:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 19:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 203 · 19249 | On time 19:52 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 20:49 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1015 · S3 | On time 20:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 21:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| 4267 · S6 · ICE 775 | On time 20:36 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h34 | 22:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 4267 · 15335 | 20:36 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h56 | 22:32 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 615 · IC 2440 | Delayed 19:51 20:37Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 21:34 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 775+ 24363 | Delayed 20:18 20:46Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h24 | 22:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 205 · S3 | On time 21:52 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h00 | 22:52 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 617 · S3 | On time 22:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 23:54 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · 4589 · S2 | 23:05 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h54 | 0:59 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| S8 · 15341 | 23:35 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h57 | 1:32 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
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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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Heidelberg Hbf
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FAQs: Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main Airport and Heidelberg Hbf
Most Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Heidelberg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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