How much does a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg cost?

The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg is $42. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?

A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Heidelberg is around 1h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 44m. This is the time it takes to travel the 79 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Frankfurt am Main and Heidelberg?

The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 61. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?

When taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?

Trains travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Heidelberg leave from Südbahnhof or Frankfurt Airport and arrive at Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz.

Train Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg from $7 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:37pm	Südbahnhof	57m	4:34pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	6:18pm	Frankfurt Hbf	53m	7:11pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	Fastest
S-Bahn + Regionalbahn	Train	6:45am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 57m	8:42am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	7:00am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 44m	8:44am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	1:19pm	Frankfurt Hbf	54m	2:13pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on November 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:37pm	Südbahnhof	57m	4:34pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	6:18pm	Frankfurt Hbf	53m	7:11pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	Fastest
	Train	11:36am	Südbahnhof	57m	12:33pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express	Train	6:41am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 20m	8:01am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + Regionalbahn	Train	6:53am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 49m	8:42am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:36pm	Südbahnhof	57m	8:33pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	6:18pm	Frankfurt Hbf	53m	7:11pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:10am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 34m	7:44am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + Regionalbahn	Train	6:53am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 49m	8:42am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	1:19pm	Frankfurt Hbf	54m	2:13pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	1:19pm	Frankfurt Hbf	54m	2:13pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	Cheapest
	Train	6:18pm	Frankfurt Hbf	53m	7:11pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	Fastest
	Train	3:37pm	Südbahnhof	57m	4:34pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:10am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 34m	7:44am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + Regionalbahn	Train	6:53am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 49m	8:42am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:36am	Südbahnhof	57m	12:33pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	6:18pm	Frankfurt Hbf	53m	7:11pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	Fastest
	Train	3:37pm	Südbahnhof	57m	4:34pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:10am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 34m	7:44am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + Regionalbahn	Train	6:53am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 49m	8:42am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:36pm	Südbahnhof	57m	8:33pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	6:18pm	Frankfurt Hbf	53m	7:11pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	Fastest
	Train	11:36am	Südbahnhof	57m	12:33pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:10am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 34m	7:44am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + Regionalbahn	Train	6:53am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 49m	8:42am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:37pm	Südbahnhof	57m	4:34pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	6:18pm	Frankfurt Hbf	53m	7:11pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	Fastest
	Train	11:36am	Südbahnhof	57m	12:33pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:10am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 34m	7:44am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn + Regionalbahn	Train	6:45am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 57m	8:42am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main 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 1 hour, and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

79 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $56	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $120	Average Duration1h 18m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $22	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Heidelberg?

Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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B
Frankfurt Airport
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Heidelberg

A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixBus

3.5/511,408 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg cost?
The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg is $42. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?
A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Heidelberg is around 1h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 44m. This is the time it takes to travel the 79 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Frankfurt am Main and Heidelberg?
The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 61. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?
When taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?
Trains travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Heidelberg leave from Südbahnhof or Frankfurt Airport and arrive at Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-21

$20

11-22

$12

Today

$33

11-24

$12

11-25

$11

11-26

$9

11-27

$9

11-28

$11

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $122 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-11-26.

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.