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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Mannheim to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Heidelberg will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 4 trains that leave Mannheim 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 18 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 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.
19:470h11Mannheim19:58Heidelberg£51One-way0 changes- 15:410h16Mannheim15:57Heidelberg£61One-way0 changes
10:230h11Mannheim10:34Heidelberg£191One-way0 changes- 15:230h11Mannheim15:34Heidelberg£191One-way0 changes
- 19:470h11Mannheim19:58Heidelberg£51One-way0 changes
- 10:230h11Mannheim10:34Heidelberg£191One-way0 changes
- 15:230h11Mannheim15:34Heidelberg£191One-way0 changes
- 15:410h16Mannheim15:57Heidelberg£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Mannheim to Heidelberg
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Mannheim to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £2, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 18 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£12 Average Price | £2 Average Price Cheapest |
41m Average total duration Fastest 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Mannheim to Heidelberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Mannheim to Heidelberg trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 619 | Delayed 0:04 2:29Mannheim Hbf | 0h13 | 0:17 0:17Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 2348 | Delayed 8:12 9:23Mannheim Hbf | 0h11 | 8:23 8:23Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19267 | 9:35 Mannheim Hbf | 0h13 | 9:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S1 | 9:38 Mannheim Hbf | 0h16 | 9:54 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S3 | 9:59 Mannheim Hbf | 0h17 | 10:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S2 | 10:07 Mannheim Hbf | 0h16 | 10:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S3 | 10:30 Mannheim Hbf | 0h15 | 10:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19269 | 10:35 Mannheim Hbf | 0h13 | 10:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S1 | 10:38 Mannheim Hbf | 0h17 | 10:55 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S3 | 10:59 Mannheim Hbf | 0h17 | 11:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S2 | 11:07 Mannheim Hbf | 0h16 | 11:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 2040 | Delayed 9:33 11:23Mannheim Hbf | 0h11 | 9:44 9:44Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S3 | 11:30 Mannheim Hbf | 0h14 | 11:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19271 | 11:35 Mannheim Hbf | 0h13 | 11:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S3 | 11:59 Mannheim Hbf | 0h17 | 12:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S1 | 12:07 Mannheim Hbf | 0h16 | 12:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S3 | 12:30 Mannheim Hbf | 0h14 | 12:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19273 | 12:35 Mannheim Hbf | 0h13 | 12:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S1 | 12:38 Mannheim Hbf | 0h16 | 12:54 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain | 12:42 Mannheim Hbf | 0h15 | 12:57 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain | 14:45 Mannheim Hbf | 0h12 | 14:57 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain | 16:43 Mannheim Hbf | 0h14 | 16:57 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain | 20:45 Mannheim Hbf | 0h13 | 20:58 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain | 22:49 Mannheim Hbf | 0h12 | 23:01 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Mannheim to Heidelberg
flexibleGood comfort
Often overcrowdedThe Flexible RideThe single ticketTravelling fast and farThe late trainsThe approximate trainsThe volume of the train (squeaking, etc...)Short travel timeOn timeSomewhat unhygienic20 minutes travel timeNoneOn timeWorn trainShort journey timeGood equipmentDefective toiletJourney information
Overview: Train from Mannheim to Heidelberg
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Trains from Mannheim to Heidelberg run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £2 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 21:58. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 11m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 21:58 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), DB Regio Stuttgart from Mannheim to Heidelberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), DB Regio Stuttgart trains will get you between Mannheim and Heidelberg from £2. 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
Süwex
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
DB Regio Stuttgart
FAQs: Mannheim to Heidelberg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim 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 Mannheim and Heidelberg
Most Mannheim to Heidelberg trains use the Mannheim Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Mannheim and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Mannheim station do trains to Heidelberg leave from?
Getting to Mannheim Hbf from Mannheim city centre
Mannheim Hbf is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim Hbf train station facilities and services
Mannheim 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: Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten, Corner, Liman Döner, Kaschmir-Tandoori
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Central, Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center, InterCityHotel Mannheim, City Hotel.
Getting to Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld from Mannheim city centre
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld is 9 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld train station facilities and services
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld. Information desks are available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld.
Getting to Mannheim Handelshafen from Mannheim city centre
Mannheim Handelshafen is 1 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim Handelshafen train station facilities and services
Mannheim Handelshafen 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: Corner, Brasserie Bernstein, Liman Döner, Uzun Imbiss-Bäckerei
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim Handelshafen. ATMs are available at Mannheim Handelshafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim Handelshafen. Information desks are available at Mannheim Handelshafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim Handelshafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mannheim Handelshafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mannheim Handelshafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim Handelshafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Mannheim City.
Which Heidelberg station do trains from Mannheim 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-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.
Getting to Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach is 3 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach train station facilities and services
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach 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: Restaurant Dufke, Stettiner Klause, Hakim's Imbiss, KOLBEZ Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rose.
Most popular train connections from Mannheim
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