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Cheap train tickets from Salzburg to Heidelberg

Showing times and prices for 12 Dec

Cheapest

£73

Average

£96

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest

RJX 262

11:004h54

Salzburg Hbf

15:54Heidelberg Hbf

£731One-way

2 changes

RJX 260

09:004h54

Salzburg Hbf

13:54Heidelberg Hbf

£1021One-way

2 changes

BRB79020

09:055h39

Salzburg Hbf

14:44Heidelberg Hbf

£1021One-way

1 change

BRB79024

11:085h36

Salzburg Hbf

16:44Heidelberg Hbf

£1021One-way

1 change

S 2

09:285h16

Salzburg Hbf

14:44Heidelberg Hbf

£1021One-way

2 changes

Salzburg to Heidelberg train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 12 December

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Deutsche Bahn RJX 260 Deutsche Bahn \| RJX 260	09:00 Salzburg Hbf	4h54	13:54 Heidelberg Hbf	2 changes
Deutsche Bahn with connection BRB79020 Bayerische Regiobahn \| BRB79020	09:05 Salzburg Hbf	5h39	14:44 Heidelberg Hbf	1 change
ÖBB \| ICE S 2 ÖBB \| S-Bahn \| S 2	09:28 Salzburg Hbf	5h16	14:44 Heidelberg Hbf	2 changes
Deutsche Bahn S 2 Deutsche Bahn \| S 2	09:28 Salzburg Hbf	5h16	14:44 Heidelberg Hbf	2 changes
Deutsche Bahn RJX 262 Deutsche Bahn \| RJX 262	11:00 Salzburg Hbf	4h54	15:54 Heidelberg Hbf	2 changes
Deutsche Bahn with connection BRB79024 Bayerische Regiobahn \| BRB79024	11:08 Salzburg Hbf	5h36	16:44 Heidelberg Hbf	1 change
This is the last train of the day.

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Train times from Salzburg to Heidelberg

Showing times and prices for 12 Dec

Fastest Journey

4 h 54 m

Average

5 h 15 m

Trains per day

Distance

367 km

To travel from Salzburg to Heidelberg you need to make at least one change.

Fastest

RJX 260

09:004h54

Salzburg Hbf

13:54Heidelberg Hbf

£1021One-way

2 changes

Fastest

RJX 262

11:004h54

Salzburg Hbf

15:54Heidelberg Hbf

£731One-way

2 changes

S 2

09:285h16

Salzburg Hbf

14:44Heidelberg Hbf

£1311One-way

2 changes

S 2

09:285h16

Salzburg Hbf

14:44Heidelberg Hbf

£1021One-way

2 changes

BRB79024

11:085h36

Salzburg Hbf

16:44Heidelberg Hbf

£1021One-way

1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Salzburg to Heidelberg

Trains from Salzburg to Heidelberg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

366 km

Average train duration

5h 32m

Cheapest ticket price

£19

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

4h 54m

First train

00:06

Last train

23:45

Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) and ÖBB | InterCity trains Salzburg to Heidelberg

Travel between Salzburg and Heidelberg from £15 with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) and ÖBB | InterCity! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains to Heidelberg from Salzburg. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

Salzburg to Heidelberg train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 4 h 44 min
Cheapest Price: £15
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 3 a day

The ÖBB Euro City is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, connecting major cities across the country. The Euro City trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioned coaches and plenty of legroom. There are two types of Euro City trains: the EC (Euro City) and the IC (InterCity). The EC trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while the IC trains are slightly slower, with speeds of up to 160 km/h. The ÖBB Euro City offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a restaurant car. The most popular routes for the ÖBB Euro City include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz. These routes offer stunning views of the Austrian countryside and provide a convenient way to travel between major cities.

ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Salzburg to Heidelberg train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 44 min
Cheapest Price: £73
ÖBB | Euro City (EC) frequency: 2 a day

ÖBB Intercity is a domestic high-speed rail service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) in Austria. They are addition to the Eurocity and the Railjet for long-distance travels and also include first class cars, the trains are air-conditioned, hve power sockets a minibar service and are comfortable. ÖBB Intercity trains mostly run on the inner alpine lines to cities like Graz, Linz and Salzburg and Inssbruck.

Salzburg to Heidelberg train information with ÖBB | InterCity:

Average Duration: 6 h 3 min
Cheapest Price: £121
ÖBB | InterCity frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Salzburg to Heidelberg train

FAQs: Travel by train from Salzburg to Heidelberg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Salzburg to Heidelberg.

Cheap train tickets from Salzburg to Heidelberg can start from as little as £19 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Salzburg to Heidelberg is £63; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Salzburg to Heidelberg train time is 4 h 54 min covering the 227 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Salzburg to Heidelberg leaves at 00: 06. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Salzburg to Heidelberg leaves at 23: 45.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Salzburg to Heidelberg without having to change trains with Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | Euro City (EC). There are 2 direct trains from Salzburg to Heidelberg each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Salzburg to Heidelberg, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) or ÖBB | InterCity for the best way to get you to Heidelberg. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Heidelberg from Salzburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 45.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Salzburg Hbf, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Heidelberg Hbf, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Heidelberg from Salzburg is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 54 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Salzburg to Heidelberg by train is December.

You have options as you can travel from Salzburg to Heidelberg 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Heidelberg

Salzburg

Heidelberg

The major train station for departures in Salzburg is Salzburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salzburg Hbf for your trip from Salzburg to Heidelberg.

Salzburg Hbf Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Address

5020 Salzburg, Austria

Phone Number

+43 517 17

Distance to city center

1 km

Dining

Burger King
McDonald's
Café Wernbacher
Café Fingerlos

Hotel

Hofwirt
Pension
Altstadthotel Wolf-Dietrich
Hotel am Mirabellplatz

The major train station for arrivals in Heidelberg is Heidelberg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Heidelberg Hbf for your journey to Heidelberg from Salzburg.

Heidelberg Hbf Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Heidelberg Hbf, Willy-Brandt-Platz 5, 69115 Heidelberg

Phone Number

+496221525355

Ticket Office Hours

Monday: 07:00 oclock - 20:00 oclock
Tuesday: 07:00 oclock - 20:00 oclock
Wednesday: 07:00 oclock - 20:00 oclock
Thursday: 07:00 oclock - 20:00 oclock
Friday: 07:00 oclock - 20:00 oclock
Saturday: 09:00 oclock - 19:00 oclock
Sunday: 09:00 oclock - 19:00 oclock

Distance to city center

1 km

Wifi

At this station we offer you free wifi. It allows you to go online with your smartphone or laptop, edit e-mails and much more. You can find information about the various wifi offers at our stations here.

Lockers

If you want to take a load off your hands, you can put your luggage in a locker at this station.

Dining

Heid´s Grill
McDonald's
Uuuhmami
Taj Mahal

Accessibility

The following equipment features serve to ensure barrier-free accessibility to the station. Available are: Gleis 1: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 2: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 3: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 4: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 5: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 7: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 8: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 9: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 10: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance

Hotel

Leonardo Hotel
Qube Hotel
NH Heidelberg
Krokodil

Lost and Found Office

Have you lost or found something on a train or at a station? Simply get in touch with us free of charge at www.fundservice.bahn.de.You can also hand in found items or report a loss at the station.

Ticket Office

At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.