Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Cheapest | |||||
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Fastest | |||||
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
 | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Hbf | No tags | |||||
InterCity + S-Bahn | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Heidelberg to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Heidelberg and Cologne?
Heidelberg
- A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg to Cologne by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Heidelberg to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Cologne start at $33. The average price for this train route is around $127. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Heidelberg to Cologne?
The average train trip from Heidelberg to Cologne takes 2h 5m and covers 211 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 28m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Heidelberg to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 24 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Heidelberg to Cologne?
The earliest train from Heidelberg to Cologne departs at 6:02am. The latest train departs at 8:50pm.
What is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Cologne?
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 Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Heidelberg to Cologne?
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 Cologne?
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 Heidelberg to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $51To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Heidelberg to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $51 to $280 for a train ticket from Heidelberg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $82 which is on 2025-12-13.
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.
