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Kurpfälzisches Museum
Heidelberg’s main city museum with archaeology, paintings, decorative arts, and regional history in a historic palace on Hauptstraße.
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
14
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 $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
It's difficult to get from Göppingen to Heidelberg without transferring at least once.
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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 | $25 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 $31 (€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 $25 (€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 tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:47 AM Göppingen | 1h35 | 8:22 AM Heidelberg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Göppingen | 1h34 | 8:44 AM Heidelberg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:51 AM Göppingen | 1h31 | 10:22 AM Heidelberg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Göppingen | 1h34 | 10:44 AM Heidelberg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:51 AM Göppingen | 1h31 | 12:22 PM Heidelberg | 1 transfer |
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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 |
Discover the best of Heidelberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Heidelberg trip today.
Heidelberg’s main city museum with archaeology, paintings, decorative arts, and regional history in a historic palace on Hauptstraße.
Specialized museum inside Heidelberg Castle presenting the history of pharmacy, medicine jars, laboratories, and historic remedies.
Modern anatomy museum with plastinated human specimens, focused on health, the body, and medical education.
Heidelberg’s old town is the city’s essential walking area, packed with historic streets, churches, shops, and classic views.
Famous hillside path with sweeping views over Heidelberg, the river, and the castle; especially popular for photos.
One of Europe’s longest pedestrian shopping streets, ideal for strolling through the heart of the old town.
A regional Palatinate specialty near Heidelberg made from pork, potatoes and spices stuffed into a stomach casing, then sliced and pan-fried. It is one of the best-known traditional dishes of the area
Large Swabian stuffed pasta pockets often filled with minced meat, spinach, onions and herbs, commonly served in broth or fried. They are widely eaten in Baden-Württemberg, including Heidelberg
Soft egg noodles typical of southern Germany, often served as a side with gravies or prepared as Käsespätzle with cheese and fried onions. A staple comfort food in the region
Long-established fine dining restaurant in nearby Heidelberg-Handschuhsheim, respected for refined cuisine and formal service in an elegant historic setting
Historic, well-known Old Town restaurant serving hearty regional German dishes in a lively, rustic setting. Popular for schnitzel, sausages and traditional atmosphere
One of Heidelberg’s most famous traditional inns, known for classic German cooking, historic interiors and a long-standing student and visitor following
Moderate by German standards. Student spots are affordable, but central hotels and tourist-area dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up for cafés and taxis; in restaurants, 5-10% is customary for good service. Tip in cash or tell the server the total amount when paying.
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Heidelberg Hbf, Heidelberg -> 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 Goeppingen 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.
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.
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.
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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