Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Heidelberg Central Train Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund to Heidelberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Dortmund and Heidelberg?
Heidelberg
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Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Heidelberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Heidelberg start from £31. The average price for this train route is around £35. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Heidelberg?
The average train journey time from Dortmund to Heidelberg is 4h 13m, covering a distance of 156 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 13m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Heidelberg route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dortmund to Heidelberg?
The earliest train from Dortmund to Heidelberg departs at 07:36. And the latest train departs at 18:36.
Which is the best train operator from Dortmund to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Heidelberg?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Dortmund 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 Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Heidelberg was searched and found on 7 Feb 2026 with a price of £37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dortmund to Heidelberg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £37 to £103 for a train ticket from Dortmund to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £37, which is on 2026-02-07.
