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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 20
€21
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€21
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 29 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 29 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
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 €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Esslingen am Neckar to Heidelberg, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Esslingen am Neckar to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, while a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€35 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Esslingen am Neckar to Heidelberg:
A bus is €23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Esslingen am Neckar to Heidelberg costing on average €35.
Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 8m.
You'll arrive about 35m sooner (1h 6m by train vs 1h 41m by car). Tickets start at around €35 compared to roughly €17 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Esslingen am Neckar to Heidelberg trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S1 · ICE 1012 · IC 2348 | On time 8:00 AM Oberesslingen | 1h34 | 9:34 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1012 · IC 2348 | On time 8:11 AM Esslingen (Neckar) station | 1h23 | 9:34 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S1 · ICE 692 · 19267 | 8:15 AM Oberesslingen | 1h33 | 9:48 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S1 · ICE 692 · 19267 | 8:20 AM Esslingen-Mettingen | 1h28 | 9:48 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
19308 · ICE 692 · 19267 | 8:20 AM Esslingen (Neckar) station | 1h28 | 9:48 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S1 · 19122 · 19672 · 19642 | 8:30 AM Oberesslingen | 1h49 | 10:19 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S1 · 19122 · 19672 · 19642 | 8:35 AM Esslingen-Mettingen | 1h44 | 10:19 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
19122 · 19672 · 19642 | 8:41 AM Esslingen (Neckar) station | 1h38 | 10:19 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S1 · IC 2047 | On time 9:00 AM Oberesslingen | 1h22 | 10:22 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S1 · IC 2047 | On time 9:05 AM Esslingen-Mettingen | 1h17 | 10:22 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4206 · IC 2047 | On time 9:10 AM Esslingen (Neckar) station | 1h12 | 10:22 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S1 · ICE 2090 | On time 9:39 AM Esslingen-Mettingen | 1h05 | 10:44 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S1 · ICE 2090 | On time 9:45 AM Oberesslingen | 0h59 | 10:44 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2090 | On time 9:53 AM Esslingen (Neckar) station | 0h51 | 10:44 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S1 · ICE 1010 · IC 2040 | On time 9:54 AM Esslingen-Mettingen | 1h40 | 11:34 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Esslingen am Neckar to Heidelberg run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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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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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. 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.
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