How much is the train ticket from Heidelberg to Berlin?

The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Berlin start from R 248. The average price for this train route is around R 799. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Heidelberg to Berlin?

The average train journey time from Heidelberg to Berlin is 4h 54m, covering a distance of 478 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 47m and is operated by FlixTrain .

Which train operators serve the Heidelberg to Berlin route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixBus .

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

The earliest train from Heidelberg to Berlin departs at 06:46. And the latest train departs at 20:25.

Which is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Berlin?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Heidelberg to Berlin?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

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 Heidelberg to Berlin from R 184 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Heidelberg to Berlin on 16 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	20:25	Heidelberg Central Train Station	9h 23m	05:48	Berlin Hbf	CheapestFastest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	20:25	Heidelberg Central Train Station	9h 23m	05:48	Berlin Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	20:25	Heidelberg Central Train Station	9h 23m	05:48	Berlin Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	20:25	Heidelberg Central Train Station	9h 23m	05:48	Berlin Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	20:25	Heidelberg Central Train Station	9h 23m	05:48	Berlin Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Heidelberg to Berlin on 17 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	9h 9m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	Cheapest
	09:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 47m	13:53	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
	09:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	07:18	Heidelberg Central Train Station	5h 32m	12:50	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	15:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	20:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Heidelberg to Berlin on 19 March
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
09:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 47m	13:53	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
13:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	18:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
07:18	Heidelberg Central Train Station	5h 32m	12:50	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
15:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	20:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Heidelberg to Berlin on 20 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	13:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	11h 9m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	Cheapest
	09:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 47m	13:53	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
	09:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	07:18	Heidelberg Central Train Station	5h 32m	12:50	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	11:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	16:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Heidelberg to Berlin on 21 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:18	Heidelberg Central Train Station	6h 25m	01:43	Berlin Hbf	Cheapest
	07:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 47m	11:53	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
	07:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	12:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	13:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	11h 9m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	07:18	Heidelberg Central Train Station	5h 32m	12:50	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Heidelberg to Berlin on 22 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	9h 9m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	Cheapest
	09:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 47m	13:53	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
	09:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:46	Heidelberg Central Train Station	5h 15m	12:01	Berlin Hbf	No tags
	13:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	18:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Heidelberg to Berlin on 23 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	18:00	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	09:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 47m	13:53	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
	09:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	13:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	11h 9m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	06:46	Heidelberg Central Train Station	5h 31m	12:17	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Heidelberg to Berlin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 4 hours 54 minutes and with fares starting at just R 248, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

4h 54mAverage duration

478 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 379 - R 1 406	Average duration10h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 248 - R 4 266	Average duration4h 54m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

Heidelberg

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

Berlin

A
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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B
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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C
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 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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Train Companies

FlixTrain

3/525 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi2.5

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/515 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/512 328 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg to Berlin by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Heidelberg to Berlin?
The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Berlin start from R 248. The average price for this train route is around R 799. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Heidelberg to Berlin?
The average train journey time from Heidelberg to Berlin is 4h 54m, covering a distance of 478 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 47m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Heidelberg to Berlin route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Heidelberg to Berlin?
The earliest train from Heidelberg to Berlin departs at 06:46. And the latest train departs at 20:25.
Which is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Berlin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Berlin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Heidelberg to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Heidelberg to Berlin?
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

14/03

R 810

15/03

R 1 053

Today

R 1 094

17/03

R 989

18/03

R 1 149

19/03

R 1 013

20/03

R 1 235

21/03

R 405

The cheapest trip from Heidelberg to Berlin was searched and found on 21 Mar 2026 with a price of R 405

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

You can expect to pay from R 405 to R 4 436 for a train ticket from Heidelberg to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 405, which is on 2026-03-21.

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.