The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Heidelberg Hbf
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Heidelberg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Of the 5 trains that leave Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße for Heidelberg Hbf every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 470 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 51 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Heidelberg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Heidelberg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £70.
Distance: 470 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£82 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 9m Average total duration 10h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Heidelberg Hbf train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 03:20 Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße | 5h28 | 08:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
![]() | 05:14 Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße | 5h25 | 10:39 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:06 Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße | 6h04 | 12:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:18 Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße | 4h51 | 11:09 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:24 Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße | 5h14 | 12:38 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Heidelberg Hbf
Distance 470 km |
Average train duration 5h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £70 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 20:01 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Heidelberg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße and Heidelberg Hbf from £43. 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.
FAQs: Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Heidelberg Hbf train

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Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße and Heidelberg Hbf
- 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
