Trains tickets from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Heidelberg
    Departure location: Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: Südbahnhof
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Heidelberg
    Departure location: Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: Südbahnhof
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Heidelberg
    Departure location: Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: Südbahnhof
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main.

Bus
Average Price$8 - $44Average Duration1h 30m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$6 - $68Average Duration1h 2m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average Price$5 - $22Average Duration1h
3kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day
1hAverage Duration
$5Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Train Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$23
Average train trip duration1h 2m
Number of daily trains7
Earliest train departure6:02am
Distance49 miles (78 km)
Latest train departure8:13pm

Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/29
$7
04/30
$12
Today
$12
05/02
$6
05/03
$6
05/04
$12
05/05
$4
05/06
$6
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on May 5, 2025 with a price of $4

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 $4 to $41 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 $4 which is on 2025-05-05.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Frankfurt am Main, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Heidelberg and Frankfurt am Main 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.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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