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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
$23
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
4 h 24 m
Average duration
6 h 51 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Heidelberg will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 4 trains that leave Hanover for Heidelberg on Tue, Aug 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 337 km distance in an average of 6 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 24 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 9 h 14 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.








Trains from Hanover to Heidelberg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 209 miles (337 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 209 miles (337 km) |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Heidelberg trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 575 · S1 | On time 8:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h30 | 12:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ECE 5 · S2 | On time 9:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h30 | 1:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1577 | On time 10:17 AM Hanover Hbf | 4h24 | 2:41 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 577 · S2 | On time 10:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h30 | 2:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1073 · ICE 1095 | On time 11:39 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h32 | 3:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 11:44 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h14 | 8:58 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 73 · S2 | On time 11:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h30 | 3:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 579 · S2 | On time 12:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 3h30 | 4:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 7 · S2 | On time 1:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 3h30 | 5:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1671 | On time 2:17 PM Hanover Hbf | 4h24 | 6:41 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 771 · S2 | On time 2:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 3h30 | 6:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover 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 Hanover to Heidelberg trains use the Hannover Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hannover 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: Balzac Coffee, Burger King, McDonald's, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, asiahung, Mr. CLOU, Nordsee, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hannover Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the main entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Hbf: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Mussmann, IntercityHotel Hannover, Hotel Loccumer Hof.
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof 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: Öz Antalya Kebap, Ricklinger Döner, China-Imbiss Jasmin, Coimbra
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. ATMs are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Information desks are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
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.
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
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