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University Museum Heidelberg
Compact university museum presenting Heidelberg’s academic heritage, notable scholars, and historic collections in an important institutional setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 06
$85
Average ticket price on Sep 06
$85
Fastest journey on Sep 06
4 h 14 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
4 h 24 m
Trains on Sep 06
6
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bad Tölz to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bad Tölz to Heidelberg will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
It's difficult to get from Bad Tölz to Heidelberg without transferring at least once.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bad Tölz to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $85 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $85, while a train costs an average of $85.
Distance: 173 miles (279 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$85 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $85 (€69) compared to roughly $69 (€56) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-16.44 (€-13.29). The journey takes 4h 31m versus 4h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bad Tölz to Heidelberg trains for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:30 AM Bad Tölz | 4h14 | 1:44 PM Heidelberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bad Tölz to Heidelberg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $85 (€69) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:34, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 173 miles (279 km) distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 173 miles (279 km) |
Average train duration 4h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 (€69) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 8:34 AM |
Last train 7:13 PM |
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Tipping is modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Heidelberg Hbf -> Bismarckplatz, Heidelberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bad Tölz to Heidelberg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Heidelberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bad Tölz to Heidelberg trains use the Bad Tölz to Heidelberg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Bad Tölz and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bad Tölz is 1 km from Bad Tölz city centre. Public transport options include:
Bad Tölz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Gasthaus, Restaurant Reiskorn, Ratskeller
Wi-Fi is available at Bad Tölz. ATMs are available at Bad Tölz.
Ticket office support is available at Bad Tölz. Information desks are available at Bad Tölz.
Luggage storage is available at Bad Tölz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bad Tölz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bad Tölz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bad Tölz.
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
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