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Compare train and bus for Heidelberg to Metzingen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Metzingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 65 miles (106 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Heidelberg to Metzingen:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg to Metzingen costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to Metzingen take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 41m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (1h 41m by train vs 1h 53m by car). Tickets start at around $36 (€29) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
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.
Live departures
Heidelberg to Metzingen train times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Metzingen 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:36 AM Heidelberg | 2h29 | 10:05 AM Metzingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:48 AM Heidelberg | 1h54 | 10:42 AM Metzingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) or DB Regio Stuttgart to find the best option for your trip from Heidelberg to Metzingen.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heidelberg to Metzingen
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Trains from Heidelberg to Metzingen run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:21, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (106 km) distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 65 miles (106 km) |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 1:21 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), DB Regio Stuttgart from Heidelberg to Metzingen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), DB Regio Stuttgart trains will get you between Heidelberg and Metzingen from $15 (€12). 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
DB Regio Stuttgart
FAQs: Trains from Heidelberg to Metzingen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Metzingen 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 Metzingen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Heidelberg to Metzingen
Most Heidelberg to Metzingen trains use the Heidelberg Hbf to Metzingen(Württ) station pair, with some services arriving at Metzingen-Neuhausen. Use this guide to compare Heidelberg and Metzingen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Heidelberg station do trains to Metzingen leave from?
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.
Which Metzingen station do trains from Heidelberg arrive at?
Metzingen(Württ) train station facilities and services
Metzingen(Württ) 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: Asia Luc Si, Bäcker Winter, Piccolo Mondo, Kaiser-Palast China Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Metzingen(Württ). ATMs are available at Metzingen(Württ).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Metzingen(Württ). Information desks are available at Metzingen(Württ).
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Metzingen(Württ). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Metzingen(Württ): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Metzingen(Württ): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Metzingen(Württ).
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rose, Schwanen, Achtender, Kitz boutique hotel.
Getting to Metzingen-Neuhausen from Metzingen city centre
Metzingen-Neuhausen is 1 km from Metzingen city centre. Public transport options include:
Metzingen-Neuhausen train station facilities and services
Metzingen-Neuhausen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Metzingen-Neuhausen.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Metzingen-Neuhausen.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Metzingen-Neuhausen: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Metzingen-Neuhausen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Metzingen-Neuhausen.
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