How much is the train ticket from Basel to Heidelberg?

The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Heidelberg start from R 221. The average price for this train route is around R 451. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Basel to Heidelberg?

The average train journey time from Basel to Heidelberg is 2h 29m, covering a distance of 219 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by FlixTrain .

Which train operators serve the Basel to Heidelberg route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Heidelberg?

The earliest train from Basel to Heidelberg departs at 08:44. And the latest train departs at 12:31.

Which is the best train operator from Basel to Heidelberg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12208 reviews.

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

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 Basel to Heidelberg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Basel to Heidelberg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Train Basel to Heidelberg from R 158 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Basel to Heidelberg on 24 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:27	Basel Bad Station	2h 35m	12:02	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Train	09:27	Basel Bad Station	2h 35m	12:02	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Train	09:27	Basel Bad Station	2h 35m	12:02	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Train	09:27	Basel Bad Station	2h 35m	12:02	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Train	09:27	Basel Bad Station	2h 35m	12:02	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Basel to Heidelberg

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 2 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just R 221, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

2h 29mAverage duration

219 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 299 - R 806	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 221 - R 815	Average duration2h 29m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 322 - R 703	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

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

Basel

A
Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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C
Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland
D
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel
E
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
F
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland

Heidelberg

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

Train Companies

FlixTrain

3/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

WiFi1.8

FlixBus

3.5/512 251 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel 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 Basel to Heidelberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Heidelberg start from R 221. The average price for this train route is around R 451. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Basel to Heidelberg?
The average train journey time from Basel to Heidelberg is 2h 29m, covering a distance of 219 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Basel to Heidelberg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Heidelberg?
The earliest train from Basel to Heidelberg departs at 08:44. And the latest train departs at 12:31.
Which is the best train operator from Basel to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12208 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Heidelberg?
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 Basel to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Basel to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.