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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Mainz Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Mainz Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Regional-Express + S-Bahn | Mainz Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn | Mainz Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Mainz Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Mainz to Heidelberg
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceUS$12 - US$17 | Average duration2h 15m | 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Most eco-friendly | ||
| Average priceUS$10 - US$51 | Average duration1h 12m | 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | |||
Carpool | Average priceUS$9 - US$11 | Average duration1h | 3kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | CheapestFastest |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Mainz to HeidelbergAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just US$9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Mainz to Heidelberg: Trip Overview
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Mainz to Heidelberg Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Mainz - Heidelberg
How much does a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Heidelberg cost?
The average train ticket price from Mainz to Heidelberg is US$28. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Mainz to Heidelberg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Mainz to Heidelberg?
A train trip between Mainz and Heidelberg is around 1h 12m, although the fastest train will take about 51m. This is the time it takes to travel the 44 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Mainz and Heidelberg?
The number of trains from Mainz to Heidelberg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Mainz to Heidelberg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Mainz to Heidelberg?
When taking the train from Mainz to Heidelberg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Mainz to Heidelberg was searched and found on 1 Sept 2025 with a price of US$22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Mainz to Heidelberg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$71 for a train ticket from Mainz to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22, which is on 2025-09-01.
Usually Deutsche Bahn 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.
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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Heidelberg you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Mainz and Heidelberg, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Mainz to Heidelberg and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
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