The cheapest and fastest trains from Heidelberg to Stuttgart
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
40 m
Trains per day
49
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg to Stuttgart is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Stuttgart will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 49 trains that leave Heidelberg for Stuttgart every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 40 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.
FlixTrain21:020h43Heidelberg Hbf21:45Stuttgart£81One-way0 changes
FlixTrain23:030h43Heidelberg Hbf23:46Stuttgart£81One-way0 changes
FlixTrain23:020h45Heidelberg Hbf23:47Stuttgart£81One-way0 changes
FlixTrain17:000h42Heidelberg Hbf17:42Stuttgart£81One-way0 changes
FlixTrain13:000h45Heidelberg Hbf13:45Stuttgart£81One-way0 changes
ICE 1179:130h39Heidelberg Hbf9:52Stuttgart Hbf£201One-way0 changes
ICE 21113:130h39Heidelberg Hbf13:52Stuttgart Hbf£361One-way0 changes
ICE 109311:130h40Heidelberg Hbf11:53Stuttgart Hbf£161One-way0 changes
ICE 109515:130h40Heidelberg Hbf15:53Stuttgart Hbf£271One-way0 changes
ICE 129117:130h40Heidelberg Hbf17:53Stuttgart Hbf£461One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Heidelberg to Stuttgart
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 78 km
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1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Heidelberg to Stuttgart train times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Stuttgart trains for tomorrow, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S3 · ICE 991 | On time 6:02 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h08 | 7:10 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
S2 · ICE 911 | On time 6:31 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h02 | 7:33 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
19204 · ICE 1091 | On time 6:50 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h01 | 7:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
S7 · ICE 511 | On time 7:09 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h02 | 8:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
S2 · ICE 571 | On time 7:34 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h04 | 8:38 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1697 | On time 8:05 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h44 | 8:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
19344 · ICE 591 | On time 8:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h00 | 9:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
S2 · ICE 913 | On time 8:34 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h59 | 9:33 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 117 | On time 9:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h39 | 9:52 Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S2 · ICE 563 | On time 9:33 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h12 | 10:45 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
19262 · ICE 593 | 10:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h01 | 11:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
S2 · ICE 915 | On time 10:33 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h00 | 11:33 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1093 | On time 11:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h40 | 11:53 Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S2 · ICE 575 | On time 11:33 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h05 | 12:38 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2040 · ICE 565 | On time 11:36 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h09 | 12:45 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
19266 · ICE 595 | On time 12:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h01 | 13:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
19266 · ICE 595 | On time 12:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h01 | 13:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
S2 · ICE 225 | On time 12:33 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h00 | 13:33 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 13:00 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h45 | 13:45 Stuttgart | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 211 | On time 13:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h39 | 13:52 Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1576 · ICE 517 | On time 13:18 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h53 | 14:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
S3 · ICE 567 | 13:18 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h27 | 14:45 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 2013 · 19017 | 13:36 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h51 | 14:27 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 2013 · 19679 | 13:36 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h23 | 14:59 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
19270 · ICE 597 | On time 14:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h01 | 15:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
19270 · ICE 597 | On time 14:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h01 | 15:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
S2 · ICE 919 | On time 14:33 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h00 | 15:33 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1095 | On time 15:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h40 | 15:53 Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S2 · ICE 579 | 15:33 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h05 | 16:38 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2044 · ICE 569 | Delayed 13:46 15:36Heidelberg Hbf | 1h09 | 16:45 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
19274 · ICE 599 | On time 16:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h01 | 17:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
S2 · ICE 1011 | On time 16:33 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h00 | 17:33 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 17:00 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h46 | 17:46 Stuttgart | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 17:00 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h42 | 17:42 Stuttgart | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1291 | On time 17:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h40 | 17:53 Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2046 · ICE 1069 | Delayed 15:46 17:36Heidelberg Hbf | 1h15 | 18:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
19280 · ICE 691 | On time 18:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h01 | 19:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
S2 · ICE 1013 | On time 18:33 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h00 | 19:33 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
19282 · ICE 613 | 19:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h01 | 20:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
S2 · ICE 773 | On time 19:33 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h05 | 20:38 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
19284 · ICE 693 | On time 20:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h01 | 21:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
S2 · ICE 1015 | On time 20:33 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h00 | 21:33 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 21:01 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h43 | 21:44 Stuttgart | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 21:02 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h43 | 21:45 Stuttgart | 0 changesdirect | |
19286 · ICE 615 | 21:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h01 | 22:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
S3 · 19687 | 21:24 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h35 | 22:59 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 23:02 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h45 | 23:47 Stuttgart | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 23:03 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h43 | 23:46 Stuttgart | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 23:04 Heidelberg Hbf | 0h45 | 23:49 Stuttgart | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heidelberg to Stuttgart
Trains from Heidelberg to Stuttgart run on average 10 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 43m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, TGV, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Heidelberg to Stuttgart trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, TGV, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Heidelberg and Stuttgart from £4. 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.
FlixTrain
TGV
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Heidelberg to Stuttgart train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Heidelberg and Stuttgart
Most Heidelberg to Stuttgart trains use the Heidelberg Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof). Use this guide to compare Heidelberg and Stuttgart train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Heidelberg station do trains to Stuttgart leave from?
Getting to Heidelberg Hbf from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
Getting to Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, Saffron, Thanaphon, Krokodil
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Elite, Hotel Mille Stelle, Krokodil, Boardinghouse.
Getting to Heidelberg-Altstadt from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Altstadt train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
Which Stuttgart station do trains from Heidelberg arrive at?
Getting to Stuttgart Hbf from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart Hbf train station facilities and services
Stuttgart 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 and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) train station facilities and services
Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof).
Getting to Stuttgart Hbf (tief) from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) train station facilities and services
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Amici, Block House Stuttgart
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof, Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten.
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