Heidelberg to Munich train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,EC,IC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Heidelberg to Munich

Showing times and prices for 27 Nov

Cheapest price

£51

Average price

£69

Fastest journey

2 h 47 m

Average duration

2 h 58 m

Trains per day

8

Distance

254 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Heidelberg to Munich will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.

Fast trains

Of the 8 trains that leave Heidelberg for Munich 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 254 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 3 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.

Deutsche BahnIC 2375 · ICE 693
20:152h58
Heidelberg Hbf
23:13Munich Hbf
£511One-way
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 711 · ICE 913
08:392h47
Heidelberg Hbf
11:26Munich Hbf
£571One-way
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1099
19:132h59
Heidelberg Hbf
22:12Munich Hbf
£571One-way
0 changes
Deutsche BahnRE 26152 · ICE 615
20:503h36
Heidelberg Hbf
00:26Munich Hbf
£631One-way
1 change
Deutsche BahnRE 19344 · ICE 591
08:113h02
Heidelberg Hbf
11:13Munich Hbf
£741One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Heidelberg to Munich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £126.

Distance: 254 km

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Coach
Flight

£75

Average Price

£23

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Cheapest

£204

Average Price

3h 44m

Average total duration

3h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 45m

Average total duration

4h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

58m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.8 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Heidelberg to Munich train times

The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Munich trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 05:12
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
deutsche_bahnRE 19344 · ICE 591
Delayed
07:53 07:11Heidelberg Hbf
3h02
10:13 Munich Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 711 · ICE 913
Delayed
07:43 07:39Heidelberg Hbf
2h47
10:26 Munich Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahnRE 19260 · ICE 513
Delayed
08:10 Heidelberg Hbf
3h16
11:28 11:28Munich Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahnIC 2040 · ICE 563
On time
08:36 Heidelberg Hbf
3h13
11:49 Munich Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahnRE 19262 · ICE 593
On time
09:10 Heidelberg Hbf
3h03
12:13 Munich Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahn04:15 Heidelberg
3h21
07:36 Munich0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Heidelberg to Munich?

The best time to book your train from Heidelberg to Munich is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Heidelberg to Munich route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Heidelberg to Munich per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Heidelberg to Munich.

ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Heidelberg to Munich

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I recently visited my grandparents in Munich. I had to drive there from Heidelberg. The journey went without any problems. I had to change trains once in Stuttgart, which took me about twenty minutes. Otherwise, the whole journey took about three hours, fifteen minutes.
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IconDirect journey without changing trains
IconSimple booking
IconOn time
Disadvantages
IconNo air conditioner
IconVery full
The ticket was easy to book, with seat reservation. The ticket was super cheap thanks to the savings offer. It was great that the train went through and I didn't have to change trains, plus the train was on time. The train was an older model, so the atmosphere was not so nice and there were a lot of people on the way. A big minus point was the heat in the train, as there was unfortunately no air conditioning. Despite everything, I would always take this connection again.
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The journey on the Intercity was pleasant. The train was clean. Sometimes you have some connection problems in the Intercity. Changing trains worked well and easily. A direct connection from Mannheim on the ICE would be even more comfortable. It takes three hours to get from Heidelberg to Munich. It is usually the better alternative to the bus or car, as it is also quite cheap and there is no risk of traffic jams.
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The trip was really great. The equipment was really great, wifi and sockets were both available. The seats were very comfortable and the noise level was really pleasant. You have to cater for yourself. It was very clean and hygienic, the toilets were freshly cleaned. The service was very friendly. There are also booking options. The journey was quite long, but luckily we didn't have to change trains. The price-performance ratio is really great!

Journey information

Overview: Train from Heidelberg to Munich

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Trains from Heidelberg to Munich run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 254 km distance in 19m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £16
Distance
254 km
Average train duration
3h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
19m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:55
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £16

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV from Heidelberg to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV trains will get you between Heidelberg and Munich from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

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 Duration
19m
Cheapest Price
£17
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone

TGV

About
TGV is a high-speed train company based in France. It operates a fleet of modern trains that can reach speeds of up to 320 km/h. The TGV offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, TGV InOui, and TGV OuiGo. Each train type provides different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. Ticket options include Standard, Flexi, and Prem’s. Onboard facilities feature a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. Popular TGV routes include Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.
Luggage & cancellation policy
TGV frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 suitcase included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions and ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals and bar service, at-seat dining in first class
Seat reservation
Included in first class, optional fee in second class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Heidelberg to Munich train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Munich 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 Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Three to four days in Munich is typically enough to explore its main attractions, including Marienplatz, the English Garden, and Nymphenburg Palace, while also enjoying local cuisine and culture.
Booking trains from Heidelberg to Munich in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
In Munich, you can enjoy traditional Bavarian food and live music at the famous Hofbräuhaus, explore the latest BMW models and interactive exhibits at BMW Welt, visit the modern Allianz Arena, home to FC Bayern Munich, and admire the lavish rooms and treasury of the Munich Residenz. Olympiapark offers sports facilities and panoramic views from the Olympic Tower. For best sights, visit Marienplatz for its historic buildings and Glockenspiel show, the stunning Nymphenburg Palace with its gardens, the expansive English Garden, the interactive Deutsches Museum, and the vibrant Viktualienmarkt offering local and international delicacies.
The train journey from Heidelberg to Munich offers scenic views of the German countryside, including picturesque villages, rolling hills, and lush forests, particularly as you travel through the regions of Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria.
A day trip from Heidelberg to Munich is not feasible as the journey duration is 19m, exceeding the 120-minute guideline. Trains run 9 times per day for this route.
The cost of a train ticket from Heidelberg to Munich can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £75.
The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg to Munich is by coach, costing approximately £16.
The train station in Heidelberg that goes to Munich is Heidelberg Hbf, and it arrives at Munich Hbf.
Yes, there is a direct train between Heidelberg and Munich. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
The train distance from Heidelberg to Munich is 254 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Heidelberg to Munich.
The train journey from Heidelberg to Munich covers a distance of 254 km and takes approximately 19m. Trains run 9 per day.
To get from Heidelberg to Munich, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The first train from Heidelberg to Munich leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Heidelberg to Munich departs at 23:55.
Trains from Heidelberg to Munich run approximately 9 times per day.
There is no night train service from Heidelberg to Munich.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Heidelberg and Munich

Heidelberg
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The major train station for departures in Heidelberg is Heidelberg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Heidelberg Hbf for your trip from Heidelberg to Munich.
Amenities at train station
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 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
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Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Heid´s Grill
  • McDonald's
  • Uuuhmami
  • Taj Mahal
Hotel
Hotel
  • Leonardo Hotel
  • Qube Hotel
  • NH Heidelberg
  • Krokodil
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
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HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • McDonald's
  • Saffron
  • Thanaphon
  • Krokodil
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Elite
  • Hotel Mille Stelle
  • Krokodil
  • Boardinghouse
Heidelberg OrthopädieWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Dining
Dining
  • Il Sogno
Hotel
Hotel
  • Neckartal
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Dining
Dining
  • Persepolis
  • Zum Brückenaff
  • 'S' Kastanie
  • Choa
Hotel
Hotel
  • Parkhotel Atlantic
  • Hackteufel
  • Goldener Falke
  • Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/RohrbachWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Dufke
  • Stettiner Klause
  • Hakim's Imbiss
  • KOLBEZ Cafe
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Rose
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Dining
Dining
  • Kurpfalz-Café
  • Cube
  • Flammkuchenhof
  • Arizona 50s Diner
Heidelberg-Schlierbach/ZiegelhausenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
Dining
Dining
  • Capri
  • Il Sogno
  • Pizza Toscana
  • Rosenkeller
Hotel
Hotel
  • Gästehaus Endrich
  • Neckartal
  • Hotel Neckarlux

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