How much does a train ticket from Cologne to Heidelberg cost?

The average train ticket price from Cologne to Heidelberg is $63. The best way to find train tickets from Cologne to Heidelberg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Cologne to Heidelberg?

A train trip between Cologne and Heidelberg is around 2h 13m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 48m. This is the time it takes to travel the 131 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Heidelberg?

The number of trains from Cologne to Heidelberg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 24. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Heidelberg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Cologne to Heidelberg?

When taking the train from Cologne to Heidelberg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Heidelberg?

Trains traveling between Cologne and Heidelberg leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz.

What are the best sights and things to do in Heidelberg?

Once in Heidelberg, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Solarboat Neckarsonne, Parks and Gardens, Heidelberg Funicular Railway and the Königstuhl Mountain, The Old University, City and Castle Sightseeing Tour.

Train Cologne to Heidelberg from $18 | Refundable Tickets

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: August 10 at 6:52pm
Departure city: Cologne
Departure location: Hbf
Arrival time: August 10 at 9:34pm
Destination city: Heidelberg
Destination location: Heidelberg Central Train Station
Operated by: InterCity
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2h 42m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: August 10 at 12:55pm
Departure city: Cologne
Departure location: Hbf
Arrival time: August 10 at 2:43pm
Destination city: Heidelberg
Destination location: Heidelberg Central Train Station
Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 48m
Departure time: August 10 at 6:44am
Departure city: Cologne
Departure location: Cologne Messe/Deutz
Arrival time: August 10 at 9:39am
Destination city: Heidelberg
Destination location: Heidelberg Central Train Station
Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2h 55m
Departure time: August 10 at 6:55am
Departure city: Cologne
Departure location: Hbf
Arrival time: August 10 at 8:44am
Destination city: Heidelberg
Destination location: Heidelberg Central Train Station
Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 49m
Departure time: August 10 at 8:53am
Departure city: Cologne
Departure location: Hbf
Arrival time: August 10 at 11:54am
Destination city: Heidelberg
Destination location: Heidelberg Central Train Station
Operated by: EuroCity Train + S-Bahn
EuroCity Train + S-Bahn
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 3h 1m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Heidelberg.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $51	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$19 - $159	Average Duration2h 13m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $36	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Heidelberg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17carpool per day

2h 40mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest ticket

9kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cologne to Heidelberg: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$63

Average train trip duration2h 13m

Number of daily trains24

Earliest train departure6:01am

Distance131 miles (210 km)

Latest train departure8:44pm

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4.5/58 reviews

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4.5/54 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness5

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.8

Train and bus companies in DE:RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn, OBB Eurocity, TGV inOui

Cologne to Heidelberg Train

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

Stops in Cologne

A - Hbf

B - Cologne/Bonn Airport

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

Stops in Heidelberg

A - Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cologne - Heidelberg

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What are the best sights and things to do in Heidelberg?

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/04

$41

08/05

$18

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08/07

$31

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08/09

$18

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$43

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$38

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Heidelberg was searched and found on Aug 5, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $199 for a train ticket from Cologne to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-08-09.

Usually DBAH - 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.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Cologne and Heidelberg is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Heidelberg.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Heidelberg you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Cologne and Heidelberg compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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Did you know?

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The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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