Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Heidelberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Heidelberg?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Heidelberg
- A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Heidelberg by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Essen to Heidelberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Heidelberg start from £49. The average price for this train route is around £85. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Heidelberg?
The average train journey time from Essen to Heidelberg is 3h 8m, covering a distance of 159 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Heidelberg route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 14 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Heidelberg?
The earliest train from Essen to Heidelberg departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 18:39.
Which is the best train operator from Essen to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Heidelberg?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Essen 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 Essen 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.
