- Must visit
Museum Frieder Burda
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with changing international exhibitions in a striking neoclassical building on Lichtentaler Allee.
Cheapest price on Sep 08
€19
Average ticket price on Sep 08
€25
Fastest journey on Sep 08
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
1 h 14 m
Trains on Sep 08
5
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg to Baden-Baden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Baden-Baden will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 5 trains from Heidelberg to Baden-Baden, including 5 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Baden-Baden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 31m. 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 €22, while a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€27 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m 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 Heidelberg to Baden-Baden:
A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg to Baden-Baden costing on average €27.
Other travel options to Baden-Baden take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 58m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 1m by train vs 1h 9m by car). Tickets start at around €27 compared to roughly €15 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 FlixTrain.
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 Heidelberg to Baden-Baden trains for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4131 · ICE 109 | On time 4:21 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h59 | 5:20 PM Baden-Baden station | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, September 8 | |||||
![]() | 5:22 AM Heidelberg | 1h06 | 6:28 AM Baden-Baden | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:43 AM Heidelberg | 1h21 | 8:04 AM Baden-Baden | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:13 AM Heidelberg | 1h05 | 8:18 AM Baden-Baden | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:43 AM Heidelberg | 1h21 | 9:04 AM Baden-Baden | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:13 AM Heidelberg | 1h15 | 9:28 AM Baden-Baden | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Heidelberg to Baden-Baden run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 52m.
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Discover the best of Baden-Baden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Baden-Baden trip today.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with changing international exhibitions in a striking neoclassical building on Lichtentaler Allee.
Municipal museum in a grand villa, presenting art, design, and cultural history through rotating exhibitions near the city’s museum quarter.
Museum on Roman bathing culture and archaeology, preserving extensive ancient ruins that explain Baden-Baden’s origins as a spa town.
Elegant riverside park and promenade lined with trees, bridges, villas, and museums. It is Baden-Baden’s signature walking route.
Historic old town quarter with lanes, shops, churches, and squares. Ideal for strolling among Baden-Baden’s classic architecture and atmosphere.
Popular hilltop viewpoint reached by paths and roads, offering wide panoramas over Baden-Baden and the surrounding Black Forest foothills.
Thin egg noodles from Swabian-Baden cooking, often served with cheese or gravy. A comforting regional staple found across Baden-Württemberg.
A hearty Black Forest-style cake from the region, layered with chocolate sponge, cherries, cream, and kirsch. It is Baden’s most famous dessert.
A classic Baden white wine made from Riesling grapes. The sunny slopes around Baden produce elegant, fresh wines central to local food culture.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining at Brenners Park-Hotel, known for refined French cuisine, polished service, and a formal luxury atmosphere.
Well-known restaurant and wine tavern with Baden and Alsatian influence. Popular for tarte flambée, regional wines, and a warm, lively atmosphere.
Traditional Baden restaurant serving regional classics in a cozy historic setting. A reliable choice for local dishes and relaxed service.
Baden-Baden is pricier than many German cities, with higher hotel and spa costs; dining is moderate to high, while local transit is reasonable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common. Tip taxi drivers by rounding up. In cafes, round up for table service.
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Baden-Baden station -> Leopoldsplatz, Baden-Baden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Baden-Baden 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 Baden-Baden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Heidelberg to Baden-Baden trains use the Heidelberg Hbf to Baden-Baden station pair, with some services arriving at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein. Use this guide to compare Heidelberg and Baden-Baden 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.
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.
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.
Baden-Baden is 4 km from Baden-Baden city centre. Public transport options include:
Baden-Baden 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: Looping, Bäckerei Armbruster, Coffee Fellows, Imbiss-Stich
Wi-Fi is available at Baden-Baden. ATMs are available at Baden-Baden.
Ticket office support is available at Baden-Baden. Information desks are available at Baden-Baden.
Luggage storage is available at Baden-Baden. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Baden-Baden: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Baden-Baden: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Baden-Baden.
Nearby hotels include Neuer Karlshof.
Baden-Baden Haueneberstein is 6 km from Baden-Baden city centre. Public transport options include:
Baden-Baden Haueneberstein 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: Sportgaststätte, Blume, La Dolce Vita
Wi-Fi is available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein. ATMs are available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein.
Ticket office support is available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein. Information desks are available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein.
Luggage storage is available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein.
Nearby hotels include Blume.
Baden-Baden Rebland is 7 km from Baden-Baden city centre. Public transport options include:
Baden-Baden Rebland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Baden-Baden Rebland. ATMs are available at Baden-Baden Rebland.
Ticket office support is available at Baden-Baden Rebland. Information desks are available at Baden-Baden Rebland.
Luggage storage is available at Baden-Baden Rebland. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Baden-Baden Rebland: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Baden-Baden Rebland: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Baden-Baden Rebland.
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