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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gengenbach to Heidelberg
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Nov
- Cheapest price on 04 Nov
- £31
- Average ticket price on 04 Nov
- £31
- Fastest journey on 04 Nov
- 1 h 48 m
- Average journey duration on 04 Nov
- 1 h 49 m
- Trains on 04 Nov
- 9
- Distance
- 122 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gengenbach to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gengenbach to Heidelberg will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Fast trains
To travel from Gengenbach to Heidelberg you need to make at least one change.
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6:38 2h03 Gengenbach Bahnhof 8:41 Heidelberg £31 1 One-way 1 change7:38 2h03 Gengenbach Bahnhof 9:41 Heidelberg £31 1 One-way 1 change8:53 1h58 Gengenbach Bahnhof 10:51 Heidelberg £31 1 One-way 1 change10:53 1h59 Gengenbach Bahnhof 12:52 Heidelberg £31 1 One-way 1 change12:53 1h48 Gengenbach Bahnhof 14:41 Heidelberg £31 1 One-way 1 change
12:53 1h48 Gengenbach Bahnhof 14:41 Heidelberg £31 1 One-way 1 change14:53 1h48 Gengenbach Bahnhof 16:41 Heidelberg £31 1 One-way 1 change16:53 1h48 Gengenbach Bahnhof 18:41 Heidelberg £31 1 One-way 1 change20:53 1h49 Gengenbach Bahnhof 22:42 Heidelberg £31 1 One-way 1 change18:53 1h53 Gengenbach Bahnhof 20:46 Heidelberg £31 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gengenbach to Heidelberg
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Trains from Gengenbach to Heidelberg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:41, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 1h 12m.
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
Distance 122 km |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 1:41 |
Last train 20:13 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Gengenbach to Heidelberg trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Gengenbach to Heidelberg.
The cost of a train ticket from Gengenbach to Heidelberg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £26.
The train journey from Gengenbach to Heidelberg covers a distance of 122 km and takes approximately 1h 12m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Gengenbach to Heidelberg is 122 km.
The first train from Gengenbach to Heidelberg leaves at 1:41.
The last train from Gengenbach to Heidelberg departs at 20:13.
Trains from Gengenbach to Heidelberg run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Gengenbach to Heidelberg.
Live departures
Gengenbach to Heidelberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Gengenbach to Heidelberg trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:38 Gengenbach Bahnhof | 2h03 | 8:41 Heidelberg | 1 change | |
| 7:38 Gengenbach Bahnhof | 2h03 | 9:41 Heidelberg | 1 change | |
| 8:53 Gengenbach Bahnhof | 1h58 | 10:51 Heidelberg | 1 change | |
| 10:53 Gengenbach Bahnhof | 1h59 | 12:52 Heidelberg | 1 change | |
| 12:53 Gengenbach Bahnhof | 1h48 | 14:41 Heidelberg | 1 change | |
| 14:53 Gengenbach Bahnhof | 1h48 | 16:41 Heidelberg | 1 change | |
| 16:53 Gengenbach Bahnhof | 1h48 | 18:41 Heidelberg | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£20
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Gengenbach and Heidelberg
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a night train from Gengenbach to Heidelberg.
Complete guide to Heidelberg
Things to do in Heidelberg
Discover the best of Heidelberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Heidelberg trip today.
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Kurpfälzisches Museum Heidelberg
Museum on the Electoral Palatinate inside Morass Palace, with art, history and changing displays that illuminate regional life and culture.
- Recommended
Studentenkarzer
Compact student prison museum where university offenders were once confined. Preserved graffiti and cells offer an unusual academic history.
- Must visit
Altstadt
Heidelberg’s atmospheric Old Town with lanes, squares and baroque facades. Ideal for walking between the river, churches and castle paths.
- Must visit
Philosophenweg
Riverside philosophers’ path above the Neckar, famous for broad views across Heidelberg, the castle and the Old Town rooftops.
- Recommended
Hauptstraße
Long pedestrian high street lined with shops, historic buildings and side alleys. A practical route through the heart of the Old Town.
- Gluten-free
Pfälzer Saumagen
A hearty pork stomach stuffed with minced pork, potatoes and spices. It is a classic Palatinate speciality long associated with Heidelberg taverns.
- Gluten-free
Pfälzer Leberknödel mit Sauerkraut
A rich stew of beef, pork, bacon and sausage with potatoes. It is a filling regional dish from the Palatinate and Odenwald area around Heidelberg.
Leberknödel
Liver dumplings, usually served in broth or with sauerkraut and bread. They are a traditional everyday dish in the Heidelberg and Palatinate region.
Scharff's Schlossweinstube
Refined restaurant and wine tavern in the Altstadt with seasonal German cooking, a strong wine list and an intimate atmosphere.
Vetter's Alt Heidelberger Brauhaus
Historic brewery tavern in the Altstadt known for house beers and classic regional dishes in a lively, traditional setting.
Zum Roten Ochsen
Long-running student tavern and restaurant with a rustic feel, pouring local beers and serving straightforward regional dishes.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and regional rail are reasonable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €3.50
- Day pass
- €8.70
To the city centre
Heidelberg Hbf -> Bismarckplatz, Heidelberg
- Distance
- 2 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Use the Start.Info-App for live departures, route planning and disruption updates on Heidelberg trams and buses.
- Heidelberg Hbf has direct tram links to Bismarckplatz and the Altstadt. Check current works before travel, as rnv service changes can affect stops near the station.
FAQs: Gengenbach to Heidelberg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gengenbach 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.
Booking trains from Gengenbach to Heidelberg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Gengenbach to Heidelberg.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gengenbach and Heidelberg
Most Gengenbach to Heidelberg trains use the Gengenbach to Heidelberg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Gengenbach and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Gengenbach
Arrival train stations in Heidelberg
Which Gengenbach station do trains to Heidelberg leave from?
Trains from Gengenbach to Heidelberg leave from Gengenbach. The station is from Gengenbach city centre at Gengenbach, Bahnhofstr. 3, 77723 Gengenbach.
GengenbachGengenbach, Bahnhofstr. 3, 77723 Gengenbach
City-centre transport
Getting to Gengenbach from Gengenbach city centre
Bus7160, 7134 · 2m · £3 · every ~2 min
Gengenbach train station facilities and services
Gengenbach 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: Pfeffermühle, Eiscafé Dolomiti, Dreher's Kaffeehaus, Michelangelo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gengenbach. ATMs are available at Gengenbach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gengenbach. Information desks are available at Gengenbach.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gengenbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gengenbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gengenbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gengenbach.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Der Hirsch.
Which Heidelberg station do trains from Gengenbach arrive at?
Trains from Gengenbach to Heidelberg arrive at Heidelberg Hbf. Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre.
Heidelberg HbfHeidelberg Hbf, Willy-Brandt-Platz 5, 69115 Heidelberg
City-centre transport
Getting to Heidelberg Hbf from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
BusRnv 35, Rnv 33, Rnv 20, RNV Moonliner 3 · 4m · £3 · every ~13 min
TramRnv 5, Rnv 23, Rnv 22, Rnv 21 · 4m · £2 · every ~20 min
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.
Train stations for Gengenbach to Heidelberg
Check train stations information for Gengenbach and Heidelberg, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Gengenbach that goes to Heidelberg is Gengenbach, and it arrives at Heidelberg Hbf.
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