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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
$30
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Göppingen to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Göppingen to Heidelberg will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 3 trains that leave Göppingen for Heidelberg on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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 Göppingen to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Göppingen to Heidelberg:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Göppingen to Heidelberg costing on average $43 (€35).
Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 48m.
You'll arrive about 44m sooner (1h 18m by train vs 2h 2m by car). Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $26 (€21) 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 Göppingen to Heidelberg trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:51 PM Göppingen | 2h09 | 2:00 AM Heidelberg | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
![]() | 6:51 AM Göppingen | 1h31 | 8:22 AM Heidelberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 AM Göppingen | 1h42 | 9:22 AM Heidelberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:51 AM Göppingen | 1h31 | 9:22 AM Heidelberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Göppingen to Heidelberg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 9:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Heidelberg Hbf -> Bismarckplatz, Heidelberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Göppingen 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 Göppingen to Heidelberg trains use the Faurndau to Heidelberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. Use this guide to compare Göppingen and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Faurndau is 2 km from Göppingen city centre. Public transport options include:
Faurndau 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: Gasthaus Schützen, Shiva, Gaststätte Restaurant Turnerheim, Taverna Notos
Wi-Fi is available at Faurndau. ATMs are available at Faurndau.
Ticket office support is available at Faurndau. Information desks are available at Faurndau.
Luggage storage is available at Faurndau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Faurndau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Faurndau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Faurndau.
Goeppingen 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: Damn Burger, Ristorante La Bocca, Tresor, Latinum Bottega
Wi-Fi is available at Goeppingen. ATMs are available at Goeppingen.
Ticket office support is available at Goeppingen. Information desks are available at Goeppingen.
Luggage storage is available at Goeppingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Goeppingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Goeppingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Goeppingen.
Nearby hotels include City-Hotel, Hotel Hohenstaufen, Hotel Drei Kaiserberge.
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.
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