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Vasa Museum
Stockholm’s most famous museum, built around the remarkably preserved 17th-century warship Vasa. A standout for maritime history and one of the city’s essential visits.
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
23 h 55 m
Average duration
1 d 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1257 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Heidelberg to Stockholm without transferring at least 2 times.

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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $76. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $76, and a train costs an average of $207.
Distance: 781 miles (1257 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$245 Average price | $190 Average price | $119 Average price Cheapest | $419 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 4m Average total duration 16h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 30m Average total duration 24h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.8 - 7.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Heidelberg to Stockholm:
A bus is $71 (€59) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg to Stockholm costing on average $190 (€157).
A bus is $126 (€104) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg to Stockholm costing on average $245 (€202).
Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 34m.
Bus takes on average 24h 0m.
The journey is about 23m faster (16h 34m by train vs 16h 57m by car) and roughly $174 (€143) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($245 (€202) vs $419 (€345)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Heidelberg to Stockholm run on average 2 times per day, taking around 16h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $207 (€171) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:03, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 781 miles (1257 km) distance in 17h 23m.
Distance 781 miles (1257 km) |
Average train duration 16h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $207 (€171) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 17h 23m |
First train 1:03 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Expensive by European standards. Hotels, alcohol, and dining cost more, but transit and lunch deals can help.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or adding 5-10% for good table service is appreciated. Little or no tip is fine for cafés, bars, and taxis.
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Stockholm Central Station, Stockholm -> T-Centralen, Stockholm
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Stockholm 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 Stockholm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Heidelberg to Stockholm trains use the Heidelberg Hbf to Stockholm Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Heidelberg and Stockholm train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
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