The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
85
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main 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 to Heidelberg will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 85 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Heidelberg every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 79 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.
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
IC 60471
ICE 699
ICE 699
ICE 773
ICE 999
ICE 699
ICE 107 · S 3
ICE 1099Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 79 km
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1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60403 · S 3 | 01:56 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h41 | 03:37 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 15301 | On time 03:06 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h34 | 04:40 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 60471 | 03:32 Frankfurt South station | 1h00 | 04:32 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1511 · S 3 | 06:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h11 | 07:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 2923 · S 3 | On time 06:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h11 | 07:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 15307 | On time 06:06 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h36 | 07:42 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 4252 · ICE 711 | On time 06:09 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h28 | 07:37 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 4557 · ICE 711 | 06:12 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h25 | 07:37 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 220 · ICE 101 · S 3 | On time 06:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h17 | 07:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 591 · RE 19265 | On time 06:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h59 | 07:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 101 · S 3 | On time 06:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h53 | 07:44 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 1573 | 08:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h54 | 09:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 571 · S 2 | On time 08:24 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h59 | 09:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 128 · ICE 103 · S 3 | 08:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h18 | 09:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 593 · RE 19269 | Delayed 08:51 08:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h58 | 09:48 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 999 | On time 09:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h50 | 10:09 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 16 · ICE 515 · S 3 | 09:25 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h19 | 10:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
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 126 · ICE 105 · S 3 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h17 | 11:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 595 · RE 19273 | Delayed 10:51 10:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h58 | 11:48 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 73 · S 3 | 11:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h11 | 12:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 15317 | 11:06 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 12:39 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 225 · S 3 | On time 11:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 12:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 4567 · S 3 | 11:12 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 12:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 314 · ICE 517 · S 3 | 11:25 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h20 | 12:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
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 124 · ICE 107 · S 3 | On time 12:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h16 | 13:43 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 597 · RE 19277 | Delayed 12:51 12:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h58 | 13:48 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 | 13:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h34 | 14:34 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 75 · S 3 | 13:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h11 | 14:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 15321 | 13:06 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h34 | 14:40 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 4571 · S 3 | 13:12 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h34 | 14:46 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 14 · ICE 519 · S 3 | 13:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h19 | 14:46 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 519 · S 3 | On time 13:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 14:46 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 577 · S 2 | On time 14:24 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h59 | 15:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 122 · ICE 109 · S 3 | 14:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h17 | 15:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1219 · RE 19281 | 14:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h58 | 15:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 109 · S 3 | On time 14:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h53 | 15:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 77 · S 5 | 15:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h56 | 16:01 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 15325 | 15:06 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 16:39 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1011 · S 5 | On time 15:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h53 | 16:01 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 4575 · S 3 | 15:12 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 16:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 816 · ICE 611 · S 3 | 15:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h30 | 16:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 12 · ICE 611 · S 3 | 15:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h18 | 16:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 611 · S 3 | On time 15:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 16:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 814 · ICE 201 · S 3 | 16:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h30 | 17:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 579 · S 2 | On time 16:24 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h59 | 17:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 120 · ICE 201 · S 3 | On time 16:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h18 | 17:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 691 · RE 19245 | Delayed 16:51 16:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h58 | 17:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 201 · S 3 | 16:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 17:45 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 1099 | On time 17:18 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h53 | 18:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 29525 · ICE 375 · RE 19247 | On time 17:22 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h26 | 18:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 375 · RE 19247 | On time 17:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h58 | 18:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 613 · S 3 | On time 17:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h26 | 19:17 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2375 | 18:18 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h55 | 19:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 18:36 Frankfurt South station | 0h57 | 19:33 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 693 · RE 19249 | Delayed 18:51 18:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h59 | 19:49 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 203 · S 3 | On time 18:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 19:46 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1171 · S 2 | 19:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h18 | 20:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 15333 | 19:06 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h34 | 20:40 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1015 · S 2 | On time 19:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h15 | 20:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 377 · S 1 | 19:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h04 | 20:54 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 615 · S 1 | On time 19:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 20:54 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 773 | 20:24 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h45 | 21:09 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 695 · S 3 | On time 20:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h03 | 21:53 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 205 · S 3 | On time 20:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h02 | 21:53 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 273 · RE 26159 | On time 21:06 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h03 | 22:09 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 15337 | 21:06 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h31 | 22:37 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 4587 · S 3 | On time 21:12 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h42 | 22:54 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 617 · S 3 | On time 21:55 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h59 | 22:54 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 937 | 22:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h56 | 23:04 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 775 · RE 19255 | On time 22:24 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h58 | 23:22 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg run on average 14 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 50m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, TGV from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, TGV trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Heidelberg from £5. 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
TGV
FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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 and Heidelberg
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- Wunderbar
- Pizza Ciro
- Schiffsmeldestelle
- Mainod
- Lindner Congress Hotel Frankfurt
- Parkside Hotel
- Höchster Hof
- Hotel am Schloss
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- GIOIA
- Fleischeslust
- Hotel am Berg
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- Döpfner's im Maingau
- Hiroshi
- Genießertreff
- Urfa
- Pizzeria Charly Braun
- 25h
- Admiral Hotel
- Alexander am Zoo
- Hotel am Zoo
- VierF
- Lindner Hotel & Sports Academy
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Imperial
- Sophien Hotel
- Hotel Isha
- Pizzeria Da Angelo
- Miro Pizza Döner
- Pizzeria Sun
- My Masala
- Pizza
- Nuraghe
- Zur Golden Kron
- Aladin Döner Kebap
- Heddernheimer Hof
- Bier-Hannes
- Exenberger - Die Werkskantine
- Gastätte Campingplatz
- Armonia
- Hotel Mainstation
- Hotel Alfa
- Blackbox Burger
- Da Cimino
- Tandori Taste
- Amalfi
- Hotel Essential by Dorint
- Niederräder Hof
- Hotel Niederrad
- Da Severino
- Mekong Imbiss
- Pizzeria Rusticale
- Euro Bar Gelateria
- Hotel Isabella
- McDonald's
- Rama V
- Curry Club
- Bella Mia
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- NH Collection Frankfurt City
- Mainhaus Stadthotel
- Hotel Ritter
- Chipotle
- McDonald's
- Estragon
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
- Hilton Frankfurt City Centre
- Hotel Villa Orange
- Istanbul
- Dein Döner
- Da Massimo
- Damiro Westsite
- Attaché
- Fair Hotel
- Mövenpick Hotel Frankfurt City
- Hotel Lloyed
- Chipotle
- McDonald's
- Pizzeria San Marco
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
- Hilton Frankfurt City Centre
- NH Collection Frankfurt City
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Sissi und Franz
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Hotel West an der Bockenheimer Warte
- Attaché
- Art-Hotel Robert Mayer
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- The italian
- Imbiss Zum "Hans Worscht"
- B'mine Frankfurt Airport
- Moxy Frankfurt Airport
- Holiday Inn Frankfurt Airport
- 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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