How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?

The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg start from R 437. The average price for this train route is around R 1 717. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?

The average train journey time from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg is 2h 51m, covering a distance of 243 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 7m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Düsseldorf to Heidelberg route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 36 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE .

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

The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg departs at 06:02. And the latest train departs at 20:36.

Which is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?

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 Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Düsseldorf 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.

Train Düsseldorf to Heidelberg from R 508 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	3h 36m	10:03	Heidelberg Central Train Station	CheapestFastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	3h 36m	10:03	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	3h 36m	10:03	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	3h 36m	10:03	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	3h 36m	10:03	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:30	ZOB am Hbf	6h 27m	18:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	3h 36m	10:03	Heidelberg Central Train Station	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	03:45	Düsseldorf Airport	9h 12m	12:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	3h 36m	10:03	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	3h 36m	10:03	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 6:30 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Düsseldorf 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 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 279, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20carpool per day

3hAverage duration

244 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 352 - R 950	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 437 - R 4 515	Average duration2h 51m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 279 - R 640	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

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

Düsseldorf

A
Hbf
Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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B
ZOB am Hbf
Fernbusbahnhof/Hbf Worringer Str. 140, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
Visit page
C
Duesseldorf Airport
Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany

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

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/511 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg start from R 437. The average price for this train route is around R 1 717. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?
The average train journey time from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg is 2h 51m, covering a distance of 243 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 7m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Düsseldorf to Heidelberg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 36 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?
The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg departs at 06:02. And the latest train departs at 20:36.
Which is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?
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 Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Düsseldorf 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.

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The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 508

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

You can expect to pay from R 508 to R 3 014 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 508, 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.