How much is the train ticket from Heidelberg to Berlin?

The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Berlin start from R 249. The average price for this train route is around R 1 472. 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 5h 39m, covering a distance of 480 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 43 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 06:02. And the latest train departs at 23:20.

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 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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 3.9 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 185 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Heidelberg to Berlin on 14 December
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	15:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	9h 9m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	15:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	20:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Heidelberg to Berlin on 15 December
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
	11:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	16:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Heidelberg to Berlin on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	20:00	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	15:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	9h 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 17 December
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 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	22:00	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	15:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	9h 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 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	22:00	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	15:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	9h 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 20 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	22:00	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
	07:18	Heidelberg Central Train Station	5h 32m	12:50	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Heidelberg to Berlin

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 537, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

6h 30mAverage duration

479 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 373 - R 1 492	Average duration9h 45m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 249 - R 5 205	Average duration5h 39m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 537 - R 1 316	Average duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 20kg 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
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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B
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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C
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 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

3/518 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

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 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 249. The average price for this train route is around R 1 472. 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 5h 39m, covering a distance of 480 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 43 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 06:02. And the latest train departs at 23:20.
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 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Berlin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
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 3.9 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

11/12

R 681

12/12

R 1 039

Today

R 708

14/12

R 1 228

15/12

R 750

16/12

R 573

17/12

R 895

18/12

R 552

The cheapest trip from Heidelberg to Berlin was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 552

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 552 to R 4 972 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 552, which is on 2025-12-18.

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.