How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Heidelberg?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Heidelberg start from R 239. The average price for this train route is around R 1 529. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Berlin to Heidelberg?

The average train journey time from Berlin to Heidelberg is 5h 34m, covering a distance of 478 km. The quickest train can get 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 33 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , 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 06:06. And the latest train departs at 23:33.

Which is the best train operator from Berlin 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 Berlin to Heidelberg?

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

Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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 R 185 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Heidelberg on 14 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:57	Hauptbahnhof	5h	14:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	10:04	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 53m	14:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	11:57	Hauptbahnhof	5h	16:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:57	Hauptbahnhof	6h 58m	18:55	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
	07:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 35m	12:41	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Heidelberg on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 37m	14:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	10:04	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 53m	14:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	09:57	Hauptbahnhof	5h	14:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:57	Hauptbahnhof	6h 58m	18:55	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
	07:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 35m	12:41	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Heidelberg on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:57	Hauptbahnhof	5h 1m	20:58	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	10:04	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 53m	14:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	09:57	Hauptbahnhof	5h	14:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 37m	14:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	07:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 35m	12:41	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Heidelberg on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 37m	14:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	10:04	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 53m	14:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	09:57	Hauptbahnhof	5h	14:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	07:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 35m	12:41	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	07:06	Berlin Hbf	4h 56m	12:02	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Heidelberg on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:57	Hauptbahnhof	5h	18:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	08:04	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 53m	12:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	07:57	Hauptbahnhof	5h	12:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:57	Hauptbahnhof	6h 58m	18:55	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
	07:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 35m	12:41	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Heidelberg on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:57	Hauptbahnhof	5h	12:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	08:04	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 53m	12:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	11:57	Hauptbahnhof	5h	16:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:57	Hauptbahnhof	6h 58m	18:55	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
	07:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 35m	12:41	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Heidelberg on 20 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:57	Hauptbahnhof	5h	14:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	08:04	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 53m	12:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	07:57	Hauptbahnhof	5h	12:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:57	Hauptbahnhof	6h 58m	18:55	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
	07:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 35m	12:41	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin to Heidelberg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 559, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

6h 20mAverage duration

479 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 383 - R 2 025	Average duration10h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 239 - R 4 486	Average duration5h 34m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 559 - R 1 239	Average duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

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

Berlin

A
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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B
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 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

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/518 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 598 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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 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 Berlin to Heidelberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Heidelberg start from R 239. The average price for this train route is around R 1 529. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Heidelberg?
The average train journey time from Berlin to Heidelberg is 5h 34m, covering a distance of 478 km. The quickest train can get 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 33 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, 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 06:06. And the latest train departs at 23:33.
Which is the best train operator from Berlin 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 Berlin to Heidelberg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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

11/12

R 578

12/12

R 976

Today

R 707

14/12

R 1 041

15/12

R 1 041

16/12

R 646

17/12

R 958

18/12

R 687

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Heidelberg was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 578

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 R 578 to R 4 851 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 R 646, which is on 2025-12-16.

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.