How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?

The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg start from $26. The average price for this train route is around $100. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?

The average train ride duration from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg is 2h 51m, covering a distance of 151 miles (243 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 7m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Düsseldorf to Heidelberg route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?

The earliest train departs from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg at 6:02am. And the latest train departs at 8:36pm.

What 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Heidelberg on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:27am	Duesseldorf Central	3h 36m	10:03am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	CheapestFastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:27am	Duesseldorf Central	3h 36m	10:03am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:27am	Duesseldorf Central	3h 36m	10:03am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:27am	Duesseldorf Central	3h 36m	10:03am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:27am	Duesseldorf Central	3h 36m	10:03am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

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

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

Compare 3 ways to go from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20carpool per day

3hAverage Duration

151 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $55	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$26 - $262	Average Duration2h 51m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $37	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
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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

Train and bus companies in DE:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $26. The average price for this train route is around $100. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?
The average train ride duration from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg is 2h 51m, covering a distance of 151 miles (243 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 7m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Düsseldorf to Heidelberg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 36 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?
The earliest train departs from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg at 6:02am. And the latest train departs at 8:36pm.
What 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Düsseldorf to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $30

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 $30 to $175 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 $30 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.