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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
$32
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Esslingen am Neckar to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Esslingen am Neckar to Heidelberg will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 2 trains that leave Esslingen am Neckar for Heidelberg on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Trains from Esslingen am Neckar to Heidelberg run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 but you can travel from only $9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
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Best time to book 77 days |
The table below shows live departures for Esslingen am Neckar to Heidelberg trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:10 AM Esslingen am Neckar | 1h12 | 9:22 AM Heidelberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:14 AM Esslingen am Neckar | 1h08 | 9:22 AM Heidelberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Esslingen am Neckar 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 Esslingen am Neckar to Heidelberg trains use the Esslingen (Neckar) to Heidelberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. Use this guide to compare Esslingen am Neckar and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Esslingen (Neckar) 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: Weiler Hof, Posthörnle, Multi Pizza Service, Brauhaus Schwanen
Wi-Fi is available at Esslingen (Neckar). ATMs are available at Esslingen (Neckar).
Ticket office support is available at Esslingen (Neckar). Information desks are available at Esslingen (Neckar).
Luggage storage is available at Esslingen (Neckar). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Esslingen (Neckar): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Esslingen (Neckar): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Esslingen (Neckar).
Esslingen-Mettingen is 2 km from Esslingen am Neckar city centre. Public transport options include:
Esslingen-Mettingen 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: Kaiserpalast, Cafe Mocca, La Conchiglia, Betriebsrestaurant
Wi-Fi is available at Esslingen-Mettingen. ATMs are available at Esslingen-Mettingen.
Ticket office support is available at Esslingen-Mettingen. Information desks are available at Esslingen-Mettingen.
Luggage storage is available at Esslingen-Mettingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Esslingen-Mettingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Esslingen-Mettingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Esslingen-Mettingen.
Oberesslingen is 1 km from Esslingen am Neckar city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberesslingen 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: Zum Froschkönig, Iglu, Ziegelhof, Kohinoor
Wi-Fi is available at Oberesslingen. ATMs are available at Oberesslingen.
Ticket office support is available at Oberesslingen. Information desks are available at Oberesslingen.
Luggage storage is available at Oberesslingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oberesslingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oberesslingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberesslingen.
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.
Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt 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: McDonald's, Saffron, Thanaphon, Krokodil
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Elite, Hotel Mille Stelle, Krokodil, Boardinghouse.
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Altstadt 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: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
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