The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
47
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg 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 will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 47 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Heidelberg every day 4 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 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 53 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 619
ICE 699
S 9 · ICE 273 · S 3
ICE 572 · IC 2375
ICE 205
ICE 773
ICE 205
ICE 699
ICE 107 · S 3
ICE 101 · S 3Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 72 km
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Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 619 | 00:04 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h39 | 01:43 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 699 | 01:46 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 02:38 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S 8 · RE 15495 · RE 26123 | On time 03:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h35 | 05:05 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE 4252 · ICE 711 | On time 06:09 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h28 | 07:37 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 101 · S 3 | On time 06:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h53 | 07:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
S 8 · IC 2040 | On time 07:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h34 | 08:34 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 913 · S 3 | On time 07:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 08:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 513 · S 3 | On time 07:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 08:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 571 · S 2 | On time 08:24 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h59 | 09:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
S 9 · ICE 999 | 08:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h24 | 10:09 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 103 · S 3 | On time 08:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 09:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 915 · S 3 | On time 09:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 10:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 515 · S 3 | On time 09:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h53 | 10:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 573 · S 1 | On time 10:24 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h59 | 11:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 105 · S 3 | On time 10:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h53 | 11:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 225 · S 3 | On time 11:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 12:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
S 9 · ICE 1577 | On time 11:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h28 | 13:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 517 · S 3 | On time 11:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 12:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 575 · S 2 | On time 12:24 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h59 | 13:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 107 · S 3 | On time 12:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 13:43 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
S 8 · IC 1744 | On time 13:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h32 | 14:32 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
S 9 · ICE 1579 | On time 13:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h28 | 15:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 519 · S 3 | On time 13:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 14:46 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 577 · S 2 | 14:24 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h59 | 15:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 109 · S 3 | On time 14:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h53 | 15:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 29258 · IC 1746 | On time 15:08 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h26 | 16:34 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1011 · S 5 | On time 15:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h53 | 16:01 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
S 9 · ICE 1671 | On time 15:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h28 | 17:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 611 · S 3 | 15:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 16:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 579 · S 2 | 16:24 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h59 | 17:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
S 9 · ICE 1099 | On time 16:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h26 | 18:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 201 · S 3 | On time 16:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 17:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 29266 · IC 1748 | On time 17:08 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h26 | 18:34 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1013 · S 3 | On time 17:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 18:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 127 · ICE 375 · RE 19247 | On time 17:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h29 | 18:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE 29525 · ICE 375 · RE 19247 | On time 17:22 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h26 | 18:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 572 · IC 2375 | On time 17:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h32 | 19:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 613 · S 3 | 17:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h26 | 19:17 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 203 · S 3 | On time 18:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 19:46 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
S 8 · IC 2340 | On time 19:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h32 | 20:32 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1015 · S 2 | On time 19:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h15 | 20:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 615 · S 1 | 19:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 20:54 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 773 | On time 20:24 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h45 | 21:09 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S 9 · ICE 273 · S 3 | 20:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h37 | 22:22 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 205 | On time 20:53 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h47 | 21:40 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S 9 · ICE 937 | 21:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h19 | 23:04 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 617 · S 3 | On time 21:55 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h59 | 22:54 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg
Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 20:55. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 45m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 05:51 |
Last train 20:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Heidelberg from £7. 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.
FlixTrain
FAQs: Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport and Heidelberg
- 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
- McDonald's
- Saffron
- Thanaphon
- Krokodil
- Hotel Elite
- Hotel Mille Stelle
- Krokodil
- Boardinghouse
- Il Sogno
- Neckartal
- Persepolis
- Zum Brückenaff
- 'S' Kastanie
- Choa
- Parkhotel Atlantic
- Hackteufel
- Goldener Falke
- Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg
- Restaurant Dufke
- Stettiner Klause
- Hakim's Imbiss
- KOLBEZ Cafe
- Hotel Rose
- Kurpfalz-Café
- Cube
- Flammkuchenhof
- Arizona 50s Diner
- Capri
- Il Sogno
- Pizza Toscana
- Rosenkeller
- Gästehaus Endrich
- Neckartal
- Hotel Neckarlux
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