The cheapest and fastest trains from Ljubljana to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
10 h 58 m
Average duration
11 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
573 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ljubljana to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ljubljana to Heidelberg will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ljubljana for Heidelberg every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 573 km distance in an average of 11 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 8 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 train, coach and flight for Ljubljana to Heidelberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £75.
Distance: 573 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£53 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price | £147 Average Price |
10h 4m Average total duration 9h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 41m Average total duration 11h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ljubljana to Heidelberg train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:27 Ljubljana | 12h08 | 01:35 Heidelberg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:15 Ljubljana | 13h38 | 04:53 Heidelberg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ljubljana to Heidelberg
Distance 573 km |
Average train duration 9h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 14m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:00 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, EuroNight, Slovenian Railways (SŽ) from Ljubljana to Heidelberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, EuroNight, Slovenian Railways (SŽ) trains will get you between Ljubljana and Heidelberg from £32. 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.
EuroNight
Slovenian Railways (SŽ)
FAQs: Ljubljana to Heidelberg train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ljubljana and Heidelberg
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Trg Osvobodilne fronte.
- Restaurant Sokol
- JB Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- InterContinental Ljubljana
- City Hotel Ljubljana
- Grand Hotel Union
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Austria, Croatia, and Italy
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Not available
- Tram: Not available
- 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
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