The cheapest trains from Paris to Heidelberg
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Heidelberg will cost around £ 85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only £ 80.
Timetable Paris to Heidelberg
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The fastest trains from Paris to Heidelberg
Fastest Journey
3 h 26 m
Average
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
465 km
It's difficult to get from Paris to Heidelberg without changing at least once.
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Train Information between Paris and Heidelberg
 | Distance | 288 miles (465 km) |
 | Average train duration | 3 h 36 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £64 (€72) |
 | Train frequency | 5 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 5 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn with connection or SNCF | TGV |
Trains from Paris to Heidelberg cover the 288 miles (465 km) long trip taking on average 3 h 36 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn with connection or SNCF | TGV. Normally, there are 5 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around £64, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £37. Travellers depart most frequently from Paris Gare de Lyon and arrive in Heidelberg Hbf.
Train companies
Deutsche Bahn Paris – Heidelberg
Deutsche Bahn trains will get you from Paris to Heidelberg from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) trains take you from Paris to Heidelberg in comfort. Find the DB train timetable for your route from Paris to Heidelberg on Omio and book cheap DB tickets online. The distance from Paris to Heidelberg is 288 miles (465 km) by DB and prices for a Deutsche Bahn ticket between Paris and Heidelberg start at £37.
Deutsche Bahn is Germany’s main operator of train services and makes on average about 40, 000 domestic and international train journeys every day. DB is well-known for its wide range of ticket types, savings offers such as the Super Saver fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use at Omio.
Travel on different types of DB trains, including the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while WCs are standard, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.
Operator ticket policies for COVID
- Normal conditions apply
- Cashless payments recommended
- Online booking and check-in recommended
Trains from Paris to Heidelberg
Heidelberg is a scenic 4.5 hour train ride from Paris, with as many as 18 trains departing from Paris-Est train station on any given day. So, if you're looking to get out of Paris and enjoy the architectural delights of 14th century Germany and the picture-perfect Neckar River, there's a train seat to Heidelberg with your name on it.
Paris to Heidelberg train times: daily departures
There are, on average, 13 trains from Paris to Heidelberg per day, though there are no direct trains going straight through to Heidelberg - you'll usually have to board a connecting train from either Stuttgart, Mannheim, or Frankfurt. The first train from Paris to Heidelberg departs at around 6:40 a.m., while the last hour of departure for trains from Paris to Heidelberg is around 9:55 p.m.
How long is the journey by train from Paris to Heidelberg?
With a distance of 288 miles to cover and a border to cross, the average journey of a train from Paris to Heidelberg is 4.5 hours long, though the fastest journey by train can be as quick as 3 hours and 21 minutes.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Paris to Heidelberg?
Departure station: Also known as Gare de l'Est, Paris-Est is one of the premier trains stations along Rail Europe, as it's easy to navigate, wheelchair accessible, and great to look at. There are a number of food outlets, drink kiosks, and even supermarkets to keep you nourished while you wait for your train. You can take bus lines 65, 46, and 38 from Paris city centre to get into the train station, or you can hop on subway lines 4, 5 or 7. Paris-Est is a quick 10-minute drive from downtown Paris.
Arrival station: Heidelberg Hbf is the primary railway station for the city of Heidelberg, and the first place you will touch down in on your train trip from Paris to Heidelberg. To get into Heidelberg city centre, you can take the S-Bahn S1, S2, S5, or S51, all of which will take you to, or near, the famous Heidelberg Castle.
Which trains companies travel from Paris to Heidelberg?
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express and TGV inOui operate trains servicing Paris to Heidelberg. Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express services trains every 40 minutes, while TGV inOui runs trains three to four times a day.
Paris to Heidelberg trains: services on board
DB trains offer first- and second-class services. In first class, seating is automatically reserved, allowing you to enjoy a worry-free trip. You can also travel with small pets (under 10 kg) on Deustche Bahn trains for free, so long as your pet is contained in a closed carrier. You cannot bring a bike onto the train with you, though you are allowed to board with hand luggage and one larger item of luggage, which you can stow under your seat or on the luggage rack above.
TGV inOui also offers first- and second-class services, with the major difference being that a meal service is offered in first class, as well as plusher seats. Domestic pets are allowed on board the TGV, but do require carriers and an extra ticket for travel. Smaller pets (less than 6 kg) can be carried in a bag or basket at no extra cost. You can bring your bike aboard TGV trains, but you must book your bike space at the same time as you book your train ticket. You are allowed hand luggage, which may be stowed in luggage areas onboard the train, and there is onboard WiFi access on inOui trains, specifically.
How to find cheap train tickets from Paris to Heidelberg
DB Intercity and TGV inOui release tickets around three to six months in advance, with tickets cheaper the earlier you book. Therefore, if you already know the dates you want to travel, you will find that the cheapest way to buy train tickets is by booking early. Moreover, if you have the option of being flexible with your travel times, avoid booking during "peak hours" (6:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on weekdays), as train companies raise prices during these times. Also be sure to choose a slower or connecting train, as, though your trip might take a little longer, you will find cheaper fares. As a bonus, you'll be able to enjoy more of the scenic views from the window of your seat!
Travel Tips
Travel between Paris, France and Heidelberg, Germany by train is: Partially open.
What is the status of international entry into Germany from France?
International entry status: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of France
Do I need to self-quarantine on arrival in Germany from Paris?
Conditions of entry:
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival
- Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from compulsory quarantine (certificate needed)
- Pre-arrival health declaration
- The exact quarantine requirements depend on the regulations in each federal state
- Digital entry registration is required prior to arrival
What are the safety rules to follow in Heidelberg, Germany?
When travelling in Germany, you must follow these COVID-19 safety rules:
- Physical distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask requirement: Mandatory
The information above was last checked on 28/10/2021. This can change before your date of travel so please review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Heidelberg from Paris before travelling.
The restriction level for your return train to Paris, France from Heidelberg is: Partially open.
Is my return train into Paris from Heidelberg restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Germany
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in France from Heidelberg?
Conditions of reentry:
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival
- Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test
- Health declaration required
What are the safety rules to follow in Paris, France?
The government of France has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Social distancing required: 1 metre (s) (3 feet)
- Face mask required: Mandatory
Last checked on 28/10/2021. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Paris from Heidelberg closer to your date of departure here.
There are a few train stations in Paris to start your trip from including Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Gare du Nord and Paris Gare de l'Est. In Heidelberg you have a few train station options to choose from for your arrival including Heidelberg Hbf, Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen and Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Omio customers travelling this route depart most frequently from Paris Gare de Lyon and arrive in Heidelberg Hbf.
Passengers board their train most frequently from Paris Gare de Lyon and travel around 1 mile (s) / 2 km from the city centre to this train station.
Passengers travelling this route most often arrive at Heidelberg Hbf and need to travel approximately 1 mile (s) / 1 km from the train station to the city centre in Heidelberg.
Important Stations and Airports for this Journey
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
ATM
Taxi
Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxiBus lines: 65, 26, 43
Train lines: RER B, D, E
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxiBus lines: 31, 32, 35, 38, 39, 46, 54, 56, 91
Train lines: RER B, TGV, TGV/ICE, TER, Intercités, OUIGO, Transilien, Russian Railways
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxiBus lines: 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29, 32, 42, 43, 66, 80, 94, 95, 528, RoissyB
Train lines: TER, Intercités, Transilien J, Transilien L, RER E
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxiBus lines: 24, 87, N32, N35
Train lines: TER, Intercités
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxiBus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 89, 91, 215
Train lines: TER Centre-Val de Loire, Intercités, Intercités de Nuit, Transilien, RER C
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