How much is the train ticket from Göttingen to Heidelberg?

The cheapest train tickets from Göttingen to Heidelberg start from R 436. The average price for this train route is around R 1 211. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Göttingen to Heidelberg?

The average train journey time from Göttingen to Heidelberg is 3h 7m, covering a distance of 254 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 53m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Göttingen to Heidelberg route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

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

The earliest train from Göttingen to Heidelberg departs at 06:30. And the latest train departs at 22:02.

Which is the best train operator from Göttingen 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 Göttingen 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 Göttingen 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 Göttingen 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 Göttingen to Heidelberg from R 436 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Göttingen to Heidelberg on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	08:32	Goettingen Hbf Bahnhofsallee	8h 7m	16:39	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	08:32	Goettingen Hbf Bahnhofsallee	12h 8m	20:40	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	08:34	Goettingen Hbf Bahnhofsallee	12h 51m	21:25	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	18:16	Göttingen Station	2h 56m	21:12	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	19:16	Göttingen Station	2h 53m	22:09	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Göttingen to Heidelberg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 525, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

6h 40mAverage duration

253 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 525 - R 576	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 436 - R 1 512	Average duration3h 7m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

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

Göttingen

A
Goettingen Hbf Bahnhofsallee
Bahnhofspl. 1, 37073 Göttingen, Germany
Visit page
B
Göttingen Central Train Station
Berliner Straße 28, 37073 Göttingen

Heidelberg

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

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/511 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness3.5

WiFi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511 621 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Göttingen 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 Göttingen to Heidelberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Göttingen to Heidelberg start from R 436. The average price for this train route is around R 1 211. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Göttingen to Heidelberg?
The average train journey time from Göttingen to Heidelberg is 3h 7m, covering a distance of 254 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 53m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Göttingen to Heidelberg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Göttingen to Heidelberg?
The earliest train from Göttingen to Heidelberg departs at 06:30. And the latest train departs at 22:02.
Which is the best train operator from Göttingen 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 Göttingen 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 Göttingen 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 Göttingen 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.