The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Heidelberg Hbf
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£69
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 coach and train 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 £41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £68.
Distance: 470 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£78 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 5h 33m 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
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Heidelberg Hbf trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:24 Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße | 5h15 | 13:39 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
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![]() | 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 | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Heidelberg Hbf by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Heidelberg Hbf
Trains from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Heidelberg Hbf run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 20:01. The fastest train covers the 470 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 470 km |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
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 £41. 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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße 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.

popular train stations
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
