How much is the train ticket from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main start from $9. The average price for this train route is around $34. 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 Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main?

The average train ride duration from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 49 miles (79 km). The quickest train can get you there in 49m and is operated by FlixTrain .

Which train operators service the Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 56 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main?

The earliest train departs from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main at 6:02am. And the latest train departs at 8:10pm.

What is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main from $7 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main on June 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Regio Mitte + HLB	Train	6:13pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 41m	7:54pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	Cheapest
	Train	6:46pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	58m	7:44pm	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn + DB Fernverkehr + S-Bahn Rhein-Main	Train	6:10pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 14m	7:24pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
DB Regio Mitte + HLB	Train	6:13pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 41m	7:54pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Fernverkehr + S-Bahn Rhein-Main	Train	6:10pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 14m	7:24pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main on June 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:46am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	58m	7:44am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	9:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	9:55am	Südbahnhof	Fastest
	Train	1:06pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	1:55pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
DB Regio Mitte + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:02am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 20m	7:22am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte + HLB	Train	6:50am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 47m	8:37am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main on June 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	9:55am	Südbahnhof	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	11:55am	Südbahnhof	No tags
DB Regio Mitte + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:02am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 20m	7:22am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte + HLB	Train	6:50am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 47m	8:37am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	1:06pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	1:55pm	Südbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main on June 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	9:55am	Südbahnhof	CheapestFastest
	Train	1:06pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	1:55pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
DB Regio Mitte + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:02am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 20m	7:22am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte + HLB	Train	6:50am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 47m	8:37am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	5:06pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	5:55pm	Südbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main on June 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	7:55am	Südbahnhof	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	9:55am	Südbahnhof	No tags
DB Regio Mitte + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:02am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 20m	7:22am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte + HLB	Train	6:50am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 47m	8:37am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	1:06pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	1:55pm	Südbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main on June 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	7:55am	Südbahnhof	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	9:55am	Südbahnhof	No tags
DB Regio Mitte + S-Bahn Rhein-Main	Train	6:07am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 53m	8:00am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
DB Regio Mitte + HLB	Train	12:43pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 54m	2:37pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	1:03am	Heidelberg Railway Station Bus Stop	1h 8m	2:11am	Frankfurt (Main) South	No tags

Next departures for Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main on June 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:46am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	58m	7:44am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	7:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	7:55am	Südbahnhof	Fastest
	Train	9:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	9:55am	Südbahnhof	No tags
DB Regio Mitte + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:07am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 15m	7:22am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
DB Regio Mitte + HLB	Train	12:43pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 54m	2:37pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main on June 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	7:55am	Südbahnhof	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	9:55am	Südbahnhof	No tags
DB Regio Mitte + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:02am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 20m	7:22am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte + HLB	Train	6:50am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	1h 47m	8:37am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	11:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	49m	11:55am	Südbahnhof	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

1h 30mAverage Duration

47 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $41	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$9 - $96	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Heidelberg and Frankfurt am Main?

Heidelberg

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

Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Visit page
B
Frankfurt Airport
Visit page
C
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3.4/530 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.1

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5.0/51 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi5.0

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main 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 Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main start from $9. The average price for this train route is around $34. 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 Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main?
The average train ride duration from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 49 miles (79 km). The quickest train can get you there in 49m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators service the Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 56 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest train departs from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main at 6:02am. And the latest train departs at 8:10pm.
What is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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

06/13

$22

06/14

$35

Today

$35

06/16

$14

06/17

$13

06/18

$12

06/19

$11

06/20

$14

The cheapest trip from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Jun 19, 2026 with a price of $11

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

You can expect to pay from $11 to $66 for a train ticket from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2026-06-19.

Usually Deutsche Bahn 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.

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