How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Heidelberg?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Heidelberg start at $20. The average price for this train route is around $62. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Berlin to Heidelberg?

The average train trip from Berlin to Heidelberg takes 5h 1m and covers 478 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 51m and is operated by FlixTrain .

Which train operators serve the Berlin to Heidelberg route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 13 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Heidelberg?

The earliest train from Berlin to Heidelberg departs at 6:15am. The latest train departs at 9:27pm.

What is the best train operator from Berlin to Heidelberg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Heidelberg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Berlin to Heidelberg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Heidelberg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Berlin to Heidelberg from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Berlin to Heidelberg on January 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:57pm	Hauptbahnhof	5h 49m	11:46pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	8:04am	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 53m	12:57pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	7:57am	Hauptbahnhof	5h	12:57pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:20am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	11h 37m	4:57pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	7:06am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 35m	12:41pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Heidelberg on January 31
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:27pm	Berlin Hbf	6h 50m	2:17am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	Cheapest
4:04pm	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 56m	9:00pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
7:57am	Hauptbahnhof	5h 4m	1:01pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
7:06am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 35m	12:41pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
3:57pm	Hauptbahnhof	5h 3m	9:00pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Heidelberg on February 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:20am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 37m	2:57pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:06am	Berlin Hbf	4h 48m	11:54am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	Fastest
	9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	5h	2:57pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	7:06am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 35m	12:41pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:06am	Berlin Hbf	4h 48m	11:54am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Heidelberg on February 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:57pm	Hauptbahnhof	5h 1m	8:58pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:06am	Berlin Hbf	4h 48m	11:54am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	Fastest
	4:04pm	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 54m	8:58pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	7:06am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 35m	12:41pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:06am	Berlin Hbf	4h 48m	11:54am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Heidelberg on February 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:57pm	Hauptbahnhof	5h 1m	8:58pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
4:04pm	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 54m	8:58pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
3:40pm	Spandau	5h 18m	8:58pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
7:06am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 35m	12:41pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
7:06am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 35m	12:41pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Heidelberg on February 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	5h	2:57pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
10:04am	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 53m	2:57pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
3:57pm	Hauptbahnhof	5h 1m	8:58pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
7:06am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 35m	12:41pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
4:04pm	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 54m	8:58pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Heidelberg on February 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:57pm	Hauptbahnhof	5h 1m	8:58pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
12:04pm	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 53m	4:57pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
11:57am	Hauptbahnhof	5h	4:57pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
7:06am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 35m	12:41pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
4:04pm	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 54m	8:58pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Berlin to Heidelberg

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 5 hours 1 minute, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day

5h 1mAverage Duration

478 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $183	Average Duration10h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $308	Average Duration5h 1m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$41 - $103	Average Duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Berlin and Heidelberg?

Berlin

A
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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B
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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C
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Heidelberg

A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany

Train companies

FlixTrain

3/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

Wi‑Fi1.8

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wi‑Fi5

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi3.2

FlixBus

3.5/512,162 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

DE train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Heidelberg by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Heidelberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Heidelberg start at $20. The average price for this train route is around $62. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Berlin to Heidelberg?
The average train trip from Berlin to Heidelberg takes 5h 1m and covers 478 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 51m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Heidelberg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 13 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Heidelberg?
The earliest train from Berlin to Heidelberg departs at 6:15am. The latest train departs at 9:27pm.
What is the best train operator from Berlin to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Heidelberg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Berlin to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-28

$65

01-29

$72

Today

$92

01-31

$82

02-01

$113

02-02

$84

02-03

$65

02-04

$65

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Heidelberg was searched and found on Jan 28, 2026 with a price of $65

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berlin to Heidelberg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $65 to $390 for a train ticket from Berlin to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2026-02-04.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.