- Recommended
Museum Goldenes Dachl
Museum inside the Golden Roof building covering Emperor Maximilian I and Innsbruck’s history. Compact, central, and easy to combine with Old Town sights.
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
5 h 8 m
Average duration
6 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
311 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Innsbruck will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 5 trains that leave Heidelberg for Innsbruck every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 311 km distance in an average of 6 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 15 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 Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £152.
Distance: 311 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£63 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £318 Average Price |
6h 16m Average total duration Fastest 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 56m Average total duration 12h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Innsbruck trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE10a+ ICE 593+ RB54 · RJX19976 | 10:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 6h01 | 16:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 3 changes | |
19262 · ICE 593 · RJX 19976 · REX 5333 | 10:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 6h11 | 16:21 Innsbruck | 4 changes | |
19262 · ICE 593 · CJX 6120+ 79071 | 10:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 6h16 | 16:26 Innsbruck | 3 changes | |
19262 · ICE 593 · RJX 19976+ 79071 | 10:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 6h01 | 16:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 217+ RJX13483 | 12:06 Heidelberg Hbf | 6h35 | 18:41 Innsbruck Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 217 | 12:06 Heidelberg Hbf | 7h10 | 19:16 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 4 August | |||||
![]() | 7:13 Heidelberg | 6h05 | 13:18 Innsbruck | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Heidelberg to Innsbruck run on average 19 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 311 km distance in 5h 7m.
Distance 311 km |
Average train duration 5h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 5h 7m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:22 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Innsbruck — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Innsbruck trip today.
Museum inside the Golden Roof building covering Emperor Maximilian I and Innsbruck’s history. Compact, central, and easy to combine with Old Town sights.
Major Tyrolean museum with art, history, and cultural collections from prehistory to modern times. A strong choice for understanding the region.
Specialist museum on Tyrolean folk culture with traditional interiors, crafts, and clothing. It gives a vivid sense of everyday Alpine life.
Medieval centre of colourful facades, arcades, and narrow lanes. It is the city’s most atmospheric area for architecture, strolling, and classic views.
Viewpoint above the city reached by funicular and cable car. Even without hiking, it offers memorable alpine panoramas and a dramatic setting.
Elegant historic street lined with palaces, shops, and cafés, framed by mountain views. It is ideal for a central walk between major sights.
Tyrolean pressed cheese dumplings, usually served in broth or with salad. A classic mountain dish prized for hearty alpine flavours.
A rich potato, onion and bacon fry-up with marjoram, often topped with a fried egg. It is a staple in Tyrolean inns and mountain huts.
A dense potato and flour pancake traditionally pan-fried and served with sauerkraut or soup. It is a rustic Tyrolean comfort food.
Refined restaurant with modern Austrian cooking and a polished atmosphere, suitable for a more special dinner in Innsbruck.
Casual alpine-style venue popular for dumplings, schnitzel and local beer, with a lively and accessible city-centre atmosphere.
Traditional Tyrolean inn in the Old Town serving classics such as Gröstl, dumplings and schnitzel in a historic, cosy setting.
Innsbruck is pricier than many Austrian cities. Hotels, mountain access and dining raise costs, though public transport and casual meals remain manageable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Innsbruck Hbf -> Maria-Theresien-Straße, Innsbruck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Heidelberg to Innsbruck trains use the Heidelberg Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst). Use this guide to compare Heidelberg and Innsbruck 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.
Innsbruck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst).
Innsbruck Hötting is 2 km from Innsbruck city centre. Public transport options include:
Innsbruck Hötting has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Innsbruck Hötting.
ATMs are available at Innsbruck Hötting.
Available at Innsbruck Hötting: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hötting: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hötting.
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