The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$174
Fastest journey
5 h 26 m
Average duration
5 h 36 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg 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 Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf will cost around $174 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 33 trains that leave Hamburg Hbf for Heidelberg Hbf on Sun, Jun 21, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 470 km distance in an average of 5 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 26 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 39 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.
FlixTrain9:39 AM7h18Hamburg Hbf4:57 PMHeidelberg Hbf$791One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain3:33 PM8h19Hamburg Hbf11:52 PMHeidelberg Hbf$791One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain7:39 AM7h18Hamburg Hbf2:57 PMHeidelberg Hbf$841One-way0 transfers
ICE 1081 · IC 604719:51 PM7h41Hamburg Hbf5:32 AMHeidelberg Hbf$931One-way1 transfer
ICE 71 · S25:44 AM5h39Hamburg Hbf11:23 AMHeidelberg Hbf$1091One-way1 transfer
ICE 7754:44 PM5h26Hamburg Hbf10:10 PMHeidelberg Hbf$1641One-way0 transfers
ICE 71 · S25:44 AM5h39Hamburg Hbf11:23 AMHeidelberg Hbf$1091One-way1 transfer
ICE 575 · S26:44 AM5h39Hamburg Hbf12:23 PMHeidelberg Hbf$1261One-way1 transfer
ICE 573 · S24:44 AM5h39Hamburg Hbf10:23 AMHeidelberg Hbf$1381One-way1 transfer
ECE 5 · S27:44 AM5h39Hamburg Hbf1:23 PMHeidelberg Hbf$1991One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $75.
Distance: 292 miles (470 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$75 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $168 Average price | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf costing on average $75 (€61).
A bus is $127 (€104) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf costing on average $168 (€138).
Other travel options to Heidelberg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 41m.
Bus takes on average 7h 30m.
Tickets start at around $75 (€61) compared to roughly $33 (€27) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-41.41 (€-33.89). The journey takes 6h 41m versus 5h 14m 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
Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4441 · ICE 1271 · ICE 513 · S3 | 11:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 10h09 | 9:45 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
ICE 573 · S2 | On time 4:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h39 | 10:23 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1071 · ICE 1093 | On time 5:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h52 | 11:11 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 71 · S2 | On time 5:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h39 | 11:23 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 575 · S2 | On time 6:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h39 | 12:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 7:33 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h24 | 2:57 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 7:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h18 | 2:57 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 5 · S2 | On time 7:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h39 | 1:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 577 · S2 | On time 8:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h39 | 2:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 787 · ICE 1073 · ICE 1095 | On time 9:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h52 | 3:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain | 9:33 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h24 | 4:57 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 9:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h18 | 4:57 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 73 · S2 | On time 9:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h39 | 3:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 579 · S2 | On time 10:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h39 | 4:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 11:33 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h24 | 6:57 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 11:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h18 | 6:57 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 7 · S2 | On time 11:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h39 | 5:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 771 · S2 | On time 12:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h39 | 6:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 881 · ICE 1187 · ICE 1097 | On time 1:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h52 | 7:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain | 1:33 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h25 | 8:58 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 1:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h19 | 8:58 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 75 · S2 | On time 1:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h39 | 7:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 3:33 PM Hamburg Hbf | 8h19 | 11:52 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 3:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h16 | 10:55 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 9 · S2 | On time 3:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h39 | 9:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 775 | On time 4:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h26 | 10:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 77 · S3 | On time 5:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h10 | 11:54 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 685 · ICE 937 · 15341 | On time 6:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h13 | 1:32 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 619 | On time 7:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h54 | 2:17 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 79 · ICE 619 | On time 7:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h33 | 2:17 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1081 · IC 60471 | On time 9:51 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h41 | 5:32 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 921 · ICE 827 · ICE 1699 | On time 10:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h50 | 6:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 921 · 4251 · 29697 · S6 | On time 10:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h21 | 7:44 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf
Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 292 miles (470 km) distance in 4h 48m.
Distance 292 miles (470 km) |
Average train duration 6h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 48m |
First train 12:50 AM |
Last train 9:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Nightjet from Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Hamburg Hbf and Heidelberg Hbf from $13 (€11). 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.
FlixTrain
ÖBB | Nightjet
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf
Most Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Hamburg Hbf and Heidelberg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg-Altona from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Altona 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: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
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.
Getting to Heidelberg-Altstadt from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Altstadt train station facilities and services
Heidelberg-Altstadt 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: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
Getting to Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach is 3 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach train station facilities and services
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach 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: Restaurant Dufke, Stettiner Klause, Hakim's Imbiss, KOLBEZ Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rose.
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