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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf
Showing times and prices for 15 May
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
44
Distance
72 km
Cheap tickets
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 £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Fast trains
Of the 44 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Heidelberg Hbf every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 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 6191:471h16Frankfurt Airport long-distance station3:03Heidelberg Hbf£61One-way0 changes- ICE 6992:460h52Frankfurt Airport long-distance station3:38Heidelberg Hbf£61One-way0 changes
- ICE 17 · ICE 167117:151h26Frankfurt Airport long-distance station18:41Heidelberg Hbf£91One-way1 change
- ICE 15 · ICE 157713:151h26Frankfurt Airport long-distance station14:41Heidelberg Hbf£91One-way1 change
- ICE 11 · ICE 15739:151h26Frankfurt Airport long-distance station10:41Heidelberg Hbf£91One-way1 change
- ICE 6992:460h52Frankfurt Airport long-distance station3:38Heidelberg Hbf£61One-way0 changes
- ICE 1015 · S220:300h53Frankfurt Airport long-distance station21:23Heidelberg Hbf£201One-way1 change
- ICE 1013 · S318:220h54Frankfurt Airport long-distance station19:16Heidelberg Hbf£201One-way1 change
- ICE 915 · S310:220h54Frankfurt Airport long-distance station11:16Heidelberg Hbf£201One-way1 change
- ICE 919 · S314:220h54Frankfurt Airport long-distance station15:16Heidelberg Hbf£201One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 72 km
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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 14 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S9 · ICE 211 | On time 11:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h26 | 13:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 105 · 19273 | Delayed 10:06 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 | Delayed 10:53 12:51Frankfurt 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 1095 | On time 13:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h26 | 15:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 107 · 19277 | On time 13:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 14:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 919 · S3 | On time 14:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 15:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 519 · S3 | On time 14:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 15:46 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 1291 | On time 15:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h26 | 17:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 109 · 19281 | Delayed 14:13 15:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 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 | 16:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 17:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 17 · ICE 1671 | On time 17:15 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h26 | 18:41 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 1097 | On time 17:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h26 | 19:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 201 · 19245 | On time 17:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 18:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1013 · S3 | On time 18:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 19:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 613 · S3 | 18:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 19:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 1099 | On time 19:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h26 | 21:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 203 · 19249 | On time 19:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h58 | 20:49 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1015 · S2 | On time 20:30 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h53 | 21:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 775 | 20:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h25 | 22:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 615 · S1 | 20:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 21:54 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 77 · S1 | 21:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h37 | 23:22 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 205 · S3 | On time 21:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 22:52 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 617 · S3 | 22:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 23:54 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · 4589 · S2 | 23:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h59 | 0:59 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| Friday 15 May | |||||
| ICE 619 | 1:47 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h16 | 3:03 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 699 | 2:46 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 3:38 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S9 · 15495 · 15963 | 4:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h50 | 6:05 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
 15163+ICE 791 | On time 7:09 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h32 | 8:41 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 117 | On time 7:46 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h25 | 9:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 101 · 19265 | 7:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 8:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 913 · S3 | On time 8:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 9:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 513 · S3 | On time 8:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 9:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 1573 | On time 9:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h26 | 10:41 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 11 · ICE 1573 | On time 9:15 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h26 | 10:41 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 1093 | 9:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h26 | 11:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 103 · 19269 | 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 10:50 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 11:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 219 | 11:00 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h04 | 12:04 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 20 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 40m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, FlixTrain GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, FlixTrain GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Heidelberg Hbf from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
£6
Deutsche Bahn frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
TGV
About
TGV is a high-speed train company based in France. It operates a fleet of modern trains that can reach speeds of up to 320 km/h. The TGV offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, TGV InOui, and TGV OuiGo. Each train type provides different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. Ticket options include Standard, Flexi, and Prem’s. Onboard facilities feature a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. Popular TGV routes include Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.
Luggage & cancellation policy
TGV frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 suitcase included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions and ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals and bar service, at-seat dining in first class
Seat reservation
Included in first class, optional fee in second class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FlixTrain GmbH
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
54m
Cheapest Price
£7
FlixTrain GmbH frequency
2 a day
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
£27
Österreichische Bundesbahnen frequency
1 a day
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
53m
Cheapest Price
£27
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
29 a day
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£19
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency
18 a day
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The train journey from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf covers a distance of 72 km and takes approximately 40m. Trains run 20 per day.
The train distance from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf is 72 km.
The first train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf departs at 23:58.
Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf run approximately 20 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Heidelberg Hbf. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
To get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf offers pleasant views, including glimpses of the Rhine River, charming villages, and rolling hills, providing a scenic experience, especially during the daylight hours.
Yes, a day trip from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf is feasible, with a journey time of 40m and a distance of 72 km. Trains run 12 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg Hbf.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main Airport and Heidelberg Hbf
Frankfurt am Main
Heidelberg
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Heid´s Grill
- McDonald's
- Uuuhmami
- Taj Mahal
Hotel
- Leonardo Hotel
- Qube Hotel
- NH Heidelberg
- Krokodil
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