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Kunsthalle Heidelberg
Major art museum with collections spanning the nineteenth century to today, plus changing exhibitions in a striking riverside building.
Cheapest price on 02 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 02 Sept
£37
Fastest journey on 02 Sept
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 02 Sept
1 h 46 m
Trains on 02 Sept
20
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Strasbourg to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Strasbourg to Heidelberg will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
To travel from Strasbourg to Heidelberg you need to make at least one change.
87459 · IC 60409 · 15998
87455 · ICE 2 · S2
87463 · IC 60402 · ICE 699
87439 · ECE 4 · S2
TGV 9583+
S3
ICE 9591 · S3
ICE 9591 · S1
TGV 9561+
S1
TGV 9583+
S3
87429 · ICE 370 · S3Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Strasbourg to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 115 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Strasbourg to Heidelberg:
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Strasbourg to Heidelberg costing on average £31.
Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 13m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (1h 36m by train vs 1h 45m by car). Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, FlixTrain.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Strasbourg to Heidelberg trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
87403 · ICE 376 · S3 | 6:22 Strasbourg station | 2h22 | 8:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
87407 · ECE 8 · S2 | 7:22 Strasbourg station | 2h01 | 9:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
87415 · ICE 374 · S3 | 8:52 Strasbourg station | 1h53 | 10:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
TGV 9561+ S1 | On time 9:08 Strasbourg station | 1h47 | 10:55 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
87417 · ICE 74 · S2 | 9:22 Strasbourg station | 2h01 | 11:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
87423 · ICE 372 · S3 | 10:52 Strasbourg station | 1h52 | 12:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
87429 · ICE 370 · S3 | 12:53 Strasbourg station | 1h51 | 14:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 9591 · S3 | On time 13:09 Strasbourg station | 1h35 | 14:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 9591 · S1 | On time 13:09 Strasbourg station | 1h45 | 14:54 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
87431 · ICE 72 · S2 | 13:22 Strasbourg station | 2h01 | 15:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
TGV 9583+ S3 | On time 13:55 Strasbourg station | 1h51 | 15:46 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
TGV 9583+ 19279 | On time 13:55 Strasbourg station | 1h53 | 15:48 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
87437 · ICE 278 · S3 | 14:52 Strasbourg station | 1h52 | 16:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
87439 · ECE 4 · S2 | 15:22 Strasbourg station | 2h01 | 17:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
87455 · ICE 2 · S2 | 19:22 Strasbourg station | 2h01 | 21:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 9579 · 15994 | 19:44 Strasbourg station | 2h05 | 21:49 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 9579 · S32 · S3 | 19:44 Strasbourg station | 1h57 | 21:41 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
87457 · 4738 · 15996 | 20:22 Strasbourg station | 2h27 | 22:49 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
87459 · IC 60409 · 15998 | 21:52 Strasbourg station | 1h58 | 23:50 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Strasbourg to Heidelberg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 1h 43m.
Distance 115 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:25 |
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Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Heidelberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Heidelberg trip today.
Major art museum with collections spanning the nineteenth century to today, plus changing exhibitions in a striking riverside building.
Museum on the Electoral Palatinate inside Morass Palace, with art, history and changing displays that illuminate regional life and culture.
Compact student prison museum where university offenders were once confined. Preserved graffiti and cells offer an unusual academic history.
Heidelberg’s atmospheric Old Town with lanes, squares and baroque facades. Ideal for walking between the river, churches and castle paths.
Riverside philosophers’ path above the Neckar, famous for broad views across Heidelberg, the castle and the Old Town rooftops.
Long pedestrian high street lined with shops, historic buildings and side alleys. A practical route through the heart of the Old Town.
A hearty pork stomach stuffed with minced pork, potatoes and spices. It is a classic Palatinate speciality long associated with Heidelberg taverns.
A rich stew of beef, pork, bacon and sausage with potatoes. It is a filling regional dish from the Palatinate and Odenwald area around Heidelberg.
Liver dumplings, usually served in broth or with sauerkraut and bread. They are a traditional everyday dish in the Heidelberg and Palatinate region.
Refined restaurant and wine tavern in the Altstadt with seasonal German cooking, a strong wine list and an intimate atmosphere.
Historic brewery tavern in the Altstadt known for house beers and classic regional dishes in a lively, traditional setting.
Long-running student tavern and restaurant with a rustic feel, pouring local beers and serving straightforward regional dishes.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and regional rail are reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Heidelberg Hbf -> Bismarckplatz, Heidelberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Strasbourg 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.

Most Strasbourg to Heidelberg trains use the Strasbourg to Heidelberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Mannheim Hbf. Use this guide to compare Strasbourg and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Strasbourg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Kuhn, Brasserie Flo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Strasbourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Strasbourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Strasbourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Strasbourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Strasbourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Strasbourg Centre Gare, Ibis Strasbourg Centre Gare, Le Grand Hotel.
Krimmeri-Meinau is 2 km from Strasbourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Krimmeri-Meinau has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Krimmeri-Meinau.
ATMs are available at Krimmeri-Meinau.
Available at Krimmeri-Meinau: Parking.
Available at Krimmeri-Meinau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Krimmeri-Meinau.
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach is 3 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Dufke, Stettiner Klause, Hakim's Imbiss, KOLBEZ Cafe
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rose.
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