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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 on Sep 19
€18
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€20
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 12 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 18 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kaiserslautern to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kaiserslautern to Heidelberg will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
It's difficult to get from Kaiserslautern to Heidelberg without transferring at least once.
ICE 1091 · S3
ICE 563 · S2
ICE 563 · S2
ICE 1091 · S3Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kaiserslautern to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 41 miles (67 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€27 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Kaiserslautern to Heidelberg:
A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kaiserslautern to Heidelberg costing on average €27.
Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 35m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 2m by train vs 1h 5m by car). Tickets start at around €27 compared to roughly €13 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 Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
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 Kaiserslautern to Heidelberg trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:20 AM Kaiserslautern | 1h10 | 6:30 AM Heidelberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:11 AM Kaiserslautern | 1h12 | 9:23 AM Heidelberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
ICE 1091 · S3 | On time 6:20 AM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1h24 | 7:44 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Kaiserslautern to Heidelberg run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:07, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (67 km) distance in 53m.
Distance 41 miles (67 km) |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 6:07 AM |
Last train 9:20 PM |
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Discover the best of Heidelberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Heidelberg trip today.
Compact university museum presenting Heidelberg’s academic heritage, notable scholars, and historic collections in an important institutional setting.
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Art museum known for modern and contemporary exhibitions, with a respected collection and strong temporary shows near the old town.
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Historic old town of lanes, squares, churches, and baroque facades. It is the essential area for sightseeing, walking, and classic Heidelberg views.
Celebrated hillside path across the river, famous for postcard views of the old town and castle. A classic Heidelberg walk in all seasons.
Sausage stuffed into a pig's stomach with potatoes and seasonings, then sliced and fried. A beloved Palatinate specialty widely eaten around Heidelberg.
Coarse liver sausage traditionally served on bread or with potatoes. It is a classic regional comfort food in Baden and the nearby Palatinate.
A hearty stew of pork, potatoes, and vegetables, often leek and carrots. It reflects everyday home cooking in southwestern Germany.
Elegant fine dining restaurant with refined modern cuisine and polished service near Heidelberg's historic center.
Historic student tavern known for classic regional dishes and old Heidelberg atmosphere in the Altstadt.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving house beers and hearty German fare in a lively, long-established setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local transit are manageable for most tourists.
Tipping is modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Heidelberg Hbf -> Bismarckplatz, Heidelberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kaiserslautern 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 Kaiserslautern to Heidelberg trains use the Kaiserslautern Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Kaiserslautern and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kaiserslautern 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: Antalya, Orient Grill, Öz-Firat Döner Haus, San Marino
Wi-Fi is available at Kaiserslautern Hbf. ATMs are available at Kaiserslautern Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Kaiserslautern Hbf. Information desks are available at Kaiserslautern Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Kaiserslautern Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kaiserslautern Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kaiserslautern Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserslautern Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Altes Zollamt, Zum deutschen Michel.
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-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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