- Must visit
Museum Frieder Burda
Contemporary art museum in a former collection building, presenting changing international exhibitions in a bright modern setting.
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
1 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
1 h 35 m
Trains on 12 Sept
5
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg to Baden-Baden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Baden-Baden will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 5 trains from Heidelberg to Baden-Baden, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Baden-Baden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 79 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£19 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Heidelberg to Baden-Baden:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg to Baden-Baden costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Baden-Baden take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 4m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (1h 4m by train vs 1h 9m by car). Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with FlixTrain.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Baden-Baden trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 698 · IC 60403 | Delayed 0:02 2:02Heidelberg Hbf | 2h23 | 2:46 2:46Baden-Baden station | 1 change | |
S3 · ICE 275 · 4717 | 7:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h15 | 8:28 Baden-Baden station | 2 changes | |
S3 · 19004 · S7 | 7:25 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h39 | 9:04 Baden-Baden station | 2 changes | |
S3 · ICE 101 | On time 8:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h05 | 9:18 Baden-Baden station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Heidelberg to Baden-Baden run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Discover the best of Baden-Baden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Baden-Baden trip today.
Contemporary art museum in a former collection building, presenting changing international exhibitions in a bright modern setting.
State art gallery with temporary exhibitions spanning nineteenth-century to contemporary art, beside the Lichtentaler Allee.
Museum of jewellery and art at the Fabergé Museum, featuring Fabergé works and decorative objects linked to European court culture.
Elegant riverside promenade and park lined with villas, bridges and gardens; one of Baden-Baden’s classic walking routes.
Wooded mountain with walking trails, a funicular railway and sweeping views; a popular escape above the spa town.
Formal garden area near the Kurhaus with flower beds, fountains and open-air event space in the heart of town.
A Black Forest gateau of chocolate sponge, cherries and cream, often finished with Kirsch. It is a classic regional dessert from Baden-Württemberg.
Thin egg noodles from Swabia, often served as a side or with cheese and onions. They are a staple across Baden-Württemberg and deeply tied to local home cooking.
Spätzle baked or tossed with cheese and topped with fried onions. This comforting dish is a beloved regional speciality in south-west Germany.
Refined dining in the Brenners Park-Hotel setting, known for elegant French-influenced cuisine and polished service.
Stylish restaurant close to the Kurhaus, appreciated for modern European cooking and a smart yet relaxed setting.
Established Alsatian-style winstub with tarte flambée, regional dishes and a cosy, old-world dining room.
Baden-Baden is pricier than many German cities, with higher hotel and dining costs driven by its spa and resort appeal. Local buses are reasonable, but central stays and fine dining add up.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is standard in restaurants. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, small change or rounding up is polite.
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Baden-Baden Bahnhof -> Leopoldsplatz, Baden-Baden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Baden-Baden 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 Baden-Baden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Heidelberg to Baden-Baden trains use the Heidelberg Hbf to Baden-Baden station pair, with some services arriving at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein. Use this guide to compare Heidelberg and Baden-Baden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Altstadt 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 options include: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt 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 options include: McDonald's, Saffron, Thanaphon, Krokodil
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Elite, Hotel Mille Stelle, Krokodil, Boardinghouse.
Baden-Baden is 4 km from Baden-Baden city centre. Public transport options include:
Baden-Baden 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 options include: Looping, Bäckerei Armbruster, Coffee Fellows, Imbiss-Stich
Wi-Fi is available at Baden-Baden. ATMs are available at Baden-Baden.
Ticket office support is available at Baden-Baden. Information desks are available at Baden-Baden.
Luggage storage is available at Baden-Baden. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Baden-Baden: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Baden-Baden: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Baden-Baden.
Nearby hotels include Neuer Karlshof.
Baden-Baden Haueneberstein is 6 km from Baden-Baden city centre. Public transport options include:
Baden-Baden Haueneberstein 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 options include: Sportgaststätte, Blume, La Dolce Vita
Wi-Fi is available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein. ATMs are available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein.
Ticket office support is available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein. Information desks are available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein.
Luggage storage is available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein.
Nearby hotels include Blume.
Baden-Baden Rebland is 7 km from Baden-Baden city centre. Public transport options include:
Baden-Baden Rebland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Baden-Baden Rebland. ATMs are available at Baden-Baden Rebland.
Ticket office support is available at Baden-Baden Rebland. Information desks are available at Baden-Baden Rebland.
Luggage storage is available at Baden-Baden Rebland. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Baden-Baden Rebland: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Baden-Baden Rebland: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Baden-Baden Rebland.
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