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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express + InterCity | Train | Nuremberg Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Nuremberg Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Fastest | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express + InterCity | Train | Nuremberg Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Regional-Express + S-Bahn | Train | Nuremberg Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Nuremberg Central Train Station | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Nuremberg to Heidelberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Nuremberg and Heidelberg?
Nuremberg
- ABahnhofstraße, 11, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany
- B
Nürnberg Nordostbf.
Nürnberg Nordost, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany - C
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz, 90489 Nürnberg, Germany - D
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf, 90453 Nürnberg, Germany - E
Nürnberg Ziegelstein
Nürnberg Ziegelstein, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany - F
Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.
Rothenburger Str., 90439 Nürnberg, Germany
Heidelberg
- A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Heidelberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Nuremberg to Heidelberg start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £56. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nuremberg to Heidelberg?
The average train journey time from Nuremberg to Heidelberg is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 108 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Nuremberg to Heidelberg route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nuremberg to Heidelberg?
The earliest train from Nuremberg to Heidelberg departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 19:42.
Which is the best train operator from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Heidelberg?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Nuremberg to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Nuremberg 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.
The cheapest trip from Nuremberg to Heidelberg was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Nuremberg to Heidelberg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £14 to £113 for a train ticket from Nuremberg to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-09.
