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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Heidelberg will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Rotterdam to Heidelberg without transferring at least 4 times.
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Trains from Rotterdam to Heidelberg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 but you can travel from only $21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 253 miles (408 km) distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 253 miles (408 km) |
Average train duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 91 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rotterdam to Heidelberg.
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Heidelberg trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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IC 1127 · IC 3525 · 20075 · ICE 625 | 8:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 5h30 | 1:45 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
IC 1127 · IC 3525 · 20075 · ICE 625 | 8:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h17 | 2:32 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 1127 · IC 3525 · 20075 · ICE 29 | 8:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h56 | 3:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077 · ICE 107 | 9:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 5h33 | 2:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077 · 10621 | On time 9:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h19 | 3:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 2033 · ICE 153 · ICE 519 · S3 | 9:35 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h11 | 3:46 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2033 · ICE 153 · 15323 | 9:35 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h57 | 4:32 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 1135 · IC 3533 · 20079 · ICE 629 | 10:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h17 | 4:32 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 1135 · IC 3533 · 20079 · ICE 629 | 10:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 5h31 | 3:46 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
IC 1135 · IC 3533 · 20079 · ICE 229 | 10:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h56 | 5:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
ECD 9528 · ICE 315 · ICE 1291 | 10:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h29 | 5:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ECD 9528 · ICE 315 · ICE 109 · 19281 | 10:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h06 | 4:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 1139 · IC 3537 · 20081 · 10625 | 11:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h19 | 5:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 1139 · IC 3537 · 20081 · ICE 109 | 11:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 5h33 | 4:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 2041 · ICE 155 · 15327 | 11:35 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h57 | 6:32 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2041 · ICE 155 · ICE 611 · S3 | 11:35 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h10 | 5:45 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 1143 · IC 3541 · 20083 · ICE 723 | 12:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 5h30 | 5:45 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
IC 1143 · IC 3541 · 20083 · ICE 723 | 12:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h17 | 6:32 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 1143 · IC 3541 · 20083 · ICE 927 | 12:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h56 | 7:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
ECD 9536 · ICE 17 · ICE 1671 | 12:42 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 5h59 | 6:41 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 1147 · IC 3545 · 20085 · ICE 201 | 1:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 5h33 | 6:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 1147 · IC 3545 · 20085 · 10629 | 1:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h19 | 7:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 2049 · ICE 157 · 15331 | 1:35 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h57 | 8:32 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2049 · ICE 157 · ICE 1013 · S3 | 1:35 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 5h41 | 7:16 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 1149 · IC 3547 · ICE 157 · 15331 | 1:45 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h47 | 8:32 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 1149 · IC 3547 · ICE 157 · ICE 1013 | 1:45 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 5h31 | 7:16 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 1151 · IC 3549 · 20087 · ICE 727 | 2:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h17 | 8:32 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 1151 · IC 3549 · 20087 · ICE 727 | 2:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 5h30 | 7:45 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
IC 1151 · IC 3549 · 20087 · ICE 929 | 2:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h56 | 9:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
ECD 9544 · ICE 317 · ICE 203 · 19249 | 2:42 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h07 | 8:49 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ECD 9544 · ICE 317 · ICE 1099 | On time 2:42 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h29 | 9:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 1155 · IC 3553 · 20089 · 10633 | On time 3:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h19 | 9:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 1155 · IC 3553 · 20089 · ICE 203 | 3:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 5h34 | 8:49 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 2057 · ICE 159 · ICE 615 · S3 | 3:35 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h19 | 9:54 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2057 · ICE 159 · 15335 | 3:35 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h57 | 10:32 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 1159 · IC 3557 · 20091 · ICE 821 | 4:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 5h39 | 9:54 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
IC 1159 · IC 3557 · 20091 · ICE 821 | 4:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h17 | 10:32 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 1159 · IC 3557 · 20091 · ICE 1021 | 4:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 7h24 | 11:39 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
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Compact university museum presenting Heidelberg’s academic heritage, notable scholars, and historic collections in an important institutional setting.
Museum inside the castle displaying decorative arts, furnishings, and princely culture. It adds context to the ruins and enriches a castle visit.
Art museum known for modern and contemporary exhibitions, with a respected collection and strong temporary shows near the old town.
Heidelberg’s main pedestrian street through the old town, lined with historic buildings, shops, and landmarks. Ideal for a first exploration on foot.
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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Most Rotterdam to Heidelberg trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Heidelberg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Rotterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
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.
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