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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
$20
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
10
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Germersheim to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Germersheim to Heidelberg will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 10 trains that leave Germersheim for Heidelberg on Mon, Aug 03, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.
S33 · 4470 · S6 · IC 2348
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4470 · S6 · IC 2348
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S3Trains from Germersheim to Heidelberg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 56m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 4:13 AM |
Last train 10:54 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Germersheim to Heidelberg trains for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S4 · 15816 | 6:48 AM Germersheim station | 1h00 | 7:48 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S4 · 15816 | 6:50 AM Germersheim Mitte/Rhein | 0h58 | 7:48 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S3 | 7:03 AM Germersheim station | 1h13 | 8:16 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S33 · 15968 | 7:46 AM Germersheim Mitte/Rhein | 1h07 | 8:53 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S3 | 7:49 AM Germersheim station | 0h55 | 8:44 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S33 | 8:01 AM Germersheim Mitte/Rhein | 1h15 | 9:16 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S51 · S3 | 8:04 AM Germersheim Mitte/Rhein | 1h12 | 9:16 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S3 | 8:12 AM Germersheim station | 1h04 | 9:16 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4484 · S6 · IC 2348 | On time 8:38 AM Germersheim station | 0h56 | 9:34 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S3 | 8:49 AM Germersheim station | 0h56 | 9:45 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S33 · 15970 | 8:51 AM Germersheim Mitte/Rhein | 0h58 | 9:49 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S33 | 9:07 AM Germersheim Mitte/Rhein | 1h09 | 10:16 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 | 9:12 AM Germersheim station | 1h04 | 10:16 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 | 9:43 AM Germersheim Mitte/Rhein | 1h02 | 10:45 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 | 9:49 AM Germersheim station | 0h56 | 10:45 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S33 · 15972 | 9:51 AM Germersheim Mitte/Rhein | 1h00 | 10:51 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S33 | 10:07 AM Germersheim Mitte/Rhein | 1h09 | 11:16 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 | 10:12 AM Germersheim station | 1h04 | 11:16 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4472 · S6 · IC 2040 | On time 10:37 AM Germersheim station | 0h57 | 11:34 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S3 | 10:43 AM Germersheim Mitte/Rhein | 1h01 | 11:44 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 | 10:49 AM Germersheim station | 0h55 | 11:44 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S33 · 15974 | 10:51 AM Germersheim Mitte/Rhein | 1h00 | 11:51 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S33 | 11:07 AM Germersheim Mitte/Rhein | 1h09 | 12:16 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 | 11:12 AM Germersheim station | 1h04 | 12:16 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 | 11:43 AM Germersheim Mitte/Rhein | 1h01 | 12:44 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 | 11:49 AM Germersheim station | 0h55 | 12:44 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S33 · 15976 | 11:51 AM Germersheim Mitte/Rhein | 1h01 | 12:52 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S3 | 12:12 PM Germersheim station | 1h04 | 1:16 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4474 · S6 · ICE 2013 | On time 12:38 PM Germersheim station | 0h56 | 1:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S3 | 12:49 PM Germersheim station | 0h56 | 1:45 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 | 1:14 PM Germersheim station | 1h02 | 2:16 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Germersheim 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 Germersheim to Heidelberg trains use the Germersheim to Heidelberg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Germersheim and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Germersheim 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: Imbiss Phoenix, Las Tapas, Dal Pozzo, Dal Siciliano
Wi-Fi is available at Germersheim. ATMs are available at Germersheim.
Ticket office support is available at Germersheim. Information desks are available at Germersheim.
Luggage storage is available at Germersheim. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Germersheim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Germersheim: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Germersheim.
Nearby hotels include Germersheimer Hof, Hotel Quartier 8, Hotel Kleine Festung.
Germersheim Mitte/Rhein is 1 km from Germersheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Germersheim Mitte/Rhein 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: Imbiss Phoenix, Las Tapas, Dal Pozzo, Dal Siciliano
Wi-Fi is available at Germersheim Mitte/Rhein. ATMs are available at Germersheim Mitte/Rhein.
Ticket office support is available at Germersheim Mitte/Rhein. Information desks are available at Germersheim Mitte/Rhein.
Luggage storage is available at Germersheim Mitte/Rhein. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Germersheim Mitte/Rhein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Germersheim Mitte/Rhein: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Germersheim Mitte/Rhein.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Quartier 8, Hotel Kleine Festung.
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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