The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Heidelberg will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $51.
Of the 17 trains that leave Munich for Heidelberg every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 254 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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.
EC 218
EC 112
ICE 564 · ICE 118
ICE 566 · IC 2012
ICE 594 · ICE 1572
ICE 564 · ICE 118
ICE 566 · IC 2012
EC 218
EC 112
ICE 1290Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Munich to Heidelberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $150.
Distance: 254 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$100 Average Price | $32 Average Price Cheapest | $189 Average Price |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Munich to Heidelberg train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:28 pm Munich | 4h07 | 1:35 am Heidelberg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday, 5 November | |||||
ICE 690 · ICE 1578 | On time 7:46 am Munich Hbf | 2h58 | 10:44 am Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 568 · RE 19644 | On time 8:02 am Munich Hbf | 3h17 | 11:19 am Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1290 | Delayed 9:04 am 8:47 amMunich Hbf | 2h57 | 12:06 pm 12:06 pmHeidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 918 · S 3 | On time 9:29 am Munich Hbf | 3h16 | 12:45 pm Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1218 · RE 19275 | On time 9:47 am Munich Hbf | 3h01 | 12:48 pm Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 566 · IC 2012 | On time 10:02 am Munich Hbf | 2h51 | 12:53 pm Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 218 | Delayed 11:05 am 10:48 amMunich Hbf | 2h56 | 2:08 pm 2:08 pmHeidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 596 · RE 19279 | On time 11:46 am Munich Hbf | 3h02 | 2:48 pm Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 564 · ICE 118 | On time 12:02 pm Munich Hbf | 2h51 | 2:53 pm Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 516 · ICE 1168 | On time 12:27 pm Munich Hbf | 3h17 | 3:44 pm Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 114 · S 3 | Delayed 1:04 pm 12:47 pmMunich Hbf | 3h29 | 4:16 pm Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 914 · IC 1746 | On time 1:27 pm Munich Hbf | 3h07 | 4:34 pm Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 594 · ICE 1572 | On time 1:46 pm Munich Hbf | 2h58 | 4:44 pm Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 562 · S 3 | On time 2:02 pm Munich Hbf | 3h14 | 5:16 pm Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 112 | Delayed 3:05 pm 2:47 pmMunich Hbf | 2h57 | 6:08 pm 6:08 pmHeidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 224 · IC 1748 | On time 3:28 pm Munich Hbf | 3h06 | 6:34 pm Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 592 · RE 19247 | On time 3:46 pm Munich Hbf | 3h02 | 6:48 pm Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Heidelberg
Distance 254 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:33 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Munich to Heidelberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you between Munich and Heidelberg from $21. 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.
TGV
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
FAQs: Munich to Heidelberg train

Passengers board the train most frequently from Munich Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Heidelberg Hbf, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Heidelberg
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Burger King
- Tassilogarten
- Mitani
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Mk Hotel
- Hotel Pension Christl
- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Peaches
- Subway
- Café Arnulfpark
- Hahn
- Citadines Arnulfpark
- Ibis München City Arnulfpark
- Novotel München City Arnulfpark
- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Lenz
- Das Bad
- Subway
- Theresienhöhe
- Hotel Schweiz
- Hotel Uhland
- Germania
- Mykonos
- ÖEins
- Mehfil
- Wirtshaus Valley’s
- Carmen
- K+k Hotel
- Hotel Ambassador
- Rivoli Ambience
- Ratskeller
- Speiserei Volksbad
- Klenze 17
- Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
- Novotel München City
- Hilton Munich City
- Living Hotel am Deutschen Museum
- Unsöld's Factory Hotel
- Ratskeller
- Klenze 17
- Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
- Burger King
- Unsöld's Factory Hotel
- Hotel Domus
- Hotel Mercure München Altstadt
- Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude
- Asam-Schlössl
- L’Incontro Ristorante Pizzeria
- Santorini
- Cooking Yu Restaurant
- GS Hotel
- Life Style
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans
- Orexi Taverna
- Guenstigwohnen24.de
- Jagdschloss Residenz
- Hotel Miano
- RAM'S Food Market
- Sushi Sen
- Trattoria Grande
- Brotzeitoase
- Lieblingseck
- Westend Döner
- Domino's
- Trattoria Grande
- Hahn
- Ars Vivendi
- B&B Hotel München City-West
- Hilton Garden Inn Munich City West
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 19:00
- Heid´s Grill
- McDonald's
- Uuuhmami
- Taj Mahal
- Leonardo Hotel
- Qube Hotel
- NH Heidelberg
- Krokodil
- McDonald's
- Saffron
- Thanaphon
- Krokodil
- Hotel Elite
- Hotel Mille Stelle
- Krokodil
- Boardinghouse
- Persepolis
- Zum Brückenaff
- 'S' Kastanie
- Choa
- Parkhotel Atlantic
- Hackteufel
- Goldener Falke
- Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg
- Restaurant Dufke
- Stettiner Klause
- Hakim's Imbiss
- KOLBEZ Cafe
- Hotel Rose
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