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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€51
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€53
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 49 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 14 m
Trains on Sep 20
4
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
It's difficult to get from Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf without transferring at least once.
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6:26 AM3h23Freiburg Hbf9:49 AMHeidelberg Hbf€511One-way2 transfers.png)
5:27 AM1h56Freiburg Hbf7:23 AMHeidelberg Hbf€531One-way1 transfer- 5:55 AM1h49Freiburg Hbf7:44 AMHeidelberg Hbf€531One-way1 transfer
- 6:55 AM1h49Freiburg Hbf8:44 AMHeidelberg Hbf€531One-way1 transfer
- 5:55 AM1h49Freiburg Hbf7:44 AMHeidelberg Hbf€531One-way1 transfer
- 6:55 AM1h49Freiburg Hbf8:44 AMHeidelberg Hbf€531One-way1 transfer
- 5:27 AM1h56Freiburg Hbf7:23 AMHeidelberg Hbf€531One-way1 transfer
- 6:26 AM3h23Freiburg Hbf9:49 AMHeidelberg Hbf€511One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, while a train costs an average of €46.
Distance: 104 miles (168 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€46 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf:
A bus is €29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf costing on average €46.
Other travel options to Heidelberg Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 36m.
Tickets start at around €46 compared to roughly €28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-17.38. The journey takes 1h 50m versus 1h 48m 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.
Live departures
Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:27 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h49 | 10:16 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf
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Trains from Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 09:27. The fastest train covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 7:27 AM |
Last train 9:27 AM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Freiburg Hbf and Heidelberg Hbf from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf
Most Freiburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf trains use the Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Freiburg Hbf and Heidelberg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre
Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf train station facilities and services
Freiburg(Breisgau) 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 and drink
Food options include: Cafe Einstein, Pizzaria Picasso, Babeuf, Café Hermann
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. ATMs are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Information desks are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Minerva, Hotel Barbara, Parkhotel Post, Hotel Oberkirch.
Getting to Heidelberg Hbf from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
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