How much is the train ticket from Heidelberg to Berlin?

The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Berlin start from R 258. The average price for this train route is around R 978. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Heidelberg to Berlin?

The average train journey time from Heidelberg to Berlin is 5h 13m, covering a distance of 480 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 47m and is operated by FlixTrain .

Which train operators serve the Heidelberg to Berlin route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn ICE .

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

The earliest train from Heidelberg to Berlin departs at 06:17. And the latest train departs at 20:55.

Which is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Berlin?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews.

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

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain , with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.

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

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 Heidelberg to Berlin from R 187 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Heidelberg to Berlin on 27 March
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 54m	22:00	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
17:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 47m	21:53	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
20:55	Heidelberg Central Train Station	9h 35m	06:30	Berlin Hbf	No tags
20:55	Heidelberg Central Train Station	9h 35m	06:30	Berlin Hbf	No tags
20:55	Heidelberg Central Train Station	9h 35m	06:30	Berlin Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Heidelberg to Berlin on 28 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:17	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	5h 43m	12:00	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	12:40	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	5h 13m	17:53	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
	08:28	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	5h 32m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:40	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	11h 35m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	09:13	Heidelberg Central Train Station	6h 10m	15:23	Berlin Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Heidelberg to Berlin on 30 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	5h 53m	20:59	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	12:40	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	5h 13m	17:53	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
	08:28	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	5h 32m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	9h 9m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	09:13	Heidelberg Central Train Station	6h 27m	15:40	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Heidelberg to Berlin on 31 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	5h 53m	20:59	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	08:28	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	5h 25m	13:53	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
	08:28	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	5h 32m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	9h 9m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	09:13	Heidelberg Central Train Station	6h 27m	15:40	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Heidelberg to Berlin on 1 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	5h 54m	22:00	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	08:28	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	5h 25m	13:53	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
	08:28	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	5h 32m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	9h 9m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	09:13	Heidelberg Central Train Station	6h 27m	15:40	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Heidelberg to Berlin on 2 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:28	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	5h 32m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	12:40	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	5h 13m	17:53	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
	12:40	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	5h 20m	18:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	9h 9m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	09:13	Heidelberg Central Train Station	6h 27m	15:40	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Heidelberg to Berlin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just R 258, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

5h 13mAverage duration

480 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 408 - R 1 948	Average duration10h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 258 - R 4 409	Average duration5h 13m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

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

Heidelberg

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

Berlin

A
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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B
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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C
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Train Companies

FlixTrain

3/525 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi2.5

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg to Berlin 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 Heidelberg to Berlin?
The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Berlin start from R 258. The average price for this train route is around R 978. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Heidelberg to Berlin?
The average train journey time from Heidelberg to Berlin is 5h 13m, covering a distance of 480 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 47m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Heidelberg to Berlin route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Heidelberg to Berlin?
The earliest train from Heidelberg to Berlin departs at 06:17. And the latest train departs at 20:55.
Which is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Berlin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Berlin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Heidelberg to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Heidelberg to Berlin?
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.

Best price found

25/03

R 1 020

26/03

R 1 267

Today

R 849

28/03

R 662

29/03

No data

30/03

R 589

31/03

R 663

01/04

R 746

The cheapest trip from Heidelberg to Berlin was searched and found on 30 Mar 2026 with a price of R 589

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

You can expect to pay from R 589 to R 4 780 for a train ticket from Heidelberg to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 589, which is on 2026-03-30.