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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Mainz to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Heidelberg will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 21 trains that leave Mainz for Heidelberg every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 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.
S8 · ICE 6992:021h36Mainz Hbf3:38Heidelberg Hbf£161One-way1 change- S8 · ICE 16994:022h11Mainz Hbf6:13Heidelberg Hbf£161One-way1 change
- S8 · ICE 6190:322h10Mainz Hbf2:42Heidelberg Hbf£161One-way1 change
- ICE 991 · 192155:401h03Mainz Hbf6:43Heidelberg Hbf£161One-way1 change
- IC 23488:420h52Mainz Hbf9:34Heidelberg Hbf£161One-way0 changes
- IC 23488:420h52Mainz Hbf9:34Heidelberg Hbf£161One-way0 changes
- IC 204010:420h52Mainz Hbf11:34Heidelberg Hbf£161One-way0 changes
- ICE 201312:420h52Mainz Hbf13:34Heidelberg Hbf£161One-way0 changes
- ICE 711 · S37:460h58Mainz Hbf8:44Heidelberg Hbf£211One-way1 change
- ICE 991 · 192155:401h03Mainz Hbf6:43Heidelberg Hbf£161One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Mainz to Heidelberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. 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 coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 71 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£21 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Mainz to Heidelberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Mainz to Heidelberg trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4751 · 4144 | 6:47 Mainz Hbf | 1h14 | 8:01 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 711 · S3 | On time 7:46 Mainz Hbf | 0h58 | 8:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| IC 2348 | Delayed 8:42 Mainz Hbf | 0h52 | 7:37 7:37Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4491 · S3 | 9:13 Mainz Hbf | 1h32 | 10:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 25 · ICE 915 · S3 | On time 9:42 Mainz Hbf | 1h34 | 11:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2040 | On time 10:42 Mainz Hbf | 0h52 | 11:34 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4493 · S3 | 11:17 Mainz Hbf | 1h27 | 12:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| S8 · ICE 619 | Delayed 0:32 Mainz Hbf | 2h10 | 0:42 0:42Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · ICE 699 | Delayed 2:02 Mainz Hbf | 1h36 | 1:38 1:38Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · S3 · IC 60471 | 3:02 Mainz Hbf | 2h30 | 5:32 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| S8 · 15495 · 15963 | 3:32 Mainz Hbf | 2h33 | 6:05 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| S8 · ICE 1699 | On time 4:02 Mainz Hbf | 2h11 | 6:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S6 · S3 | 4:56 Mainz Hbf | 1h34 | 6:30 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 991 · 19215 | On time 5:40 Mainz Hbf | 1h03 | 6:43 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| 4753 | 5:45 Mainz Hbf | 1h13 | 6:58 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S6 · S3 | 5:52 Mainz Hbf | 1h31 | 7:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
| 29697 · S6 · S3 | 6:13 Mainz Hbf | 1h31 | 7:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mainz to Heidelberg
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Trains from Mainz to Heidelberg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 52m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Mainz to Heidelberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Mainz and Heidelberg from £6. 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.
Hessische Landesbahn
Süwex
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Mainz to Heidelberg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mainz to Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Mainz and Heidelberg
Most Mainz to Heidelberg trains use the Mainz Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. Use this guide to compare Mainz and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Mainz station do trains to Heidelberg leave from?
Getting to Mainz Hbf from Mainz city centre
Mainz Hbf is 2 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz Hbf train station facilities and services
Mainz 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: Mangal, Asia Wok, Bistrorante Midi, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Hbf. ATMs are available at Mainz Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Hbf. Information desks are available at Mainz Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mainz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mainz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Advena Europa Hotel, GuestHouse Mainz, Terminus, Hotel Moguntia.
Getting to Mainz Römisches Theater from Mainz city centre
Mainz Römisches Theater is 1 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz Römisches Theater train station facilities and services
Mainz Römisches Theater 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, Cafe Extrablatt, Hans im Glück, The Big Easy
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Römisches Theater. ATMs are available at Mainz Römisches Theater.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Römisches Theater. Information desks are available at Mainz Römisches Theater.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Römisches Theater. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mainz Römisches Theater: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mainz Römisches Theater: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Römisches Theater.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Regency Mainz, Favorite Parkhotel, Ibis Hotel Mainz City, Hof Ehrenfels.
Getting to Mainz-Gonsenheim from Mainz city centre
Mainz-Gonsenheim is 4 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz-Gonsenheim train station facilities and services
Mainz-Gonsenheim 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: Gasthaus Zum Bürgerhof, Gonsenheimer Hof, Mai Anh, Fantasy Bowls
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz-Gonsenheim. ATMs are available at Mainz-Gonsenheim.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mainz-Gonsenheim. Information desks are available at Mainz-Gonsenheim.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mainz-Gonsenheim. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mainz-Gonsenheim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mainz-Gonsenheim: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz-Gonsenheim.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Gonsenheimer Hof, Zur Ludwigsbahn.
Which Heidelberg station do trains from Mainz arrive at?
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.
Most popular train connections from Mainz
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