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The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam to Heidelberg

Showing times and prices for Aug 24

Cheapest price

€33

Average price

€90

Fastest journey

4 h 38 m

Average duration

5 h 34 m

Trains per day

Distance

424 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Amsterdam to Heidelberg will cost around €90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Amsterdam to Heidelberg without transferring at least 2 times.

IC 3545 · 20085 · 10629 · IC 2548
12:56 PM6h38
Amsterdam Zuid
7:34 PMHeidelberg Hbf
€331One-way
3 transfers
IC 3553 · 20089 · 10633 · IC 2540
2:56 PM6h38
Amsterdam Zuid
9:34 PMHeidelberg Hbf
€391One-way
3 transfers
IC 3537 · 20081 · 10625 · IC 2546
10:56 AM6h38
Amsterdam Zuid
5:34 PMHeidelberg Hbf
€491One-way
3 transfers
IC 3945 · 18945 · 26827 · ICE 201
12:44 PM6h04
Amsterdam Centraal
6:48 PMHeidelberg Hbf
€511One-way
4 transfers
IC 3545 · 20085 · 10629 · ICE 201
12:56 PM5h52
Amsterdam Zuid
6:48 PMHeidelberg Hbf
€581One-way
4 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Heidelberg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €139.

Distance: 424 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€101 Average price	€40 Average price Cheapest	€229 Average price
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions	1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Amsterdam to Heidelberg train times

The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Heidelberg trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
ICE 121 · ICE 2013	On time 6:37 AM Amsterdam Centraal	6h57	1:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 121 · ICE 211	On time 6:37 AM Amsterdam Centraal	6h34	1:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 121 · ICE 2523 · ICE 105 · 19273	On time 6:37 AM Amsterdam Centraal	6h11	12:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf	3 transfers
ICE 225 · 26812 · ICE 29+24519	On time 8:00 AM Amsterdam Centraal	7h11	3:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
ICE 225 · ICE 2013	On time 8:00 AM Amsterdam Centraal	5h34	1:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3027+20017+ICE 919 · S3	8:24 AM Amsterdam Centraal	6h52	3:16 PM Heidelberg Hbf	3 transfers
IC 3529 · 20077 · 10621 · ICE 107	8:46 AM Amsterdam Centraal	6h02	2:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 3529 · 20077 · 10621 · IC 2574	8:46 AM Amsterdam Centraal	6h48	3:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf	3 transfers
IC 3029 · IC 3529 · 20077 · 10621	8:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal	6h40	3:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 3029 · IC 3529 · 20077 · 10621	8:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal	5h54	2:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf	5 transfers
IC 3533 · 20079 · 10623 · ICE 519	9:46 AM Amsterdam Centraal	6h00	3:46 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 3033 · IC 3533 · 20079 · 10623	9:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal	5h52	3:46 PM Heidelberg Hbf	5 transfers
IC 3033 · IC 3533 · 20079 · 10623	9:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal	7h17	5:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf	7 transfers
ICE 123 · ICE 1291	On time 10:37 AM Amsterdam Centraal	6h34	5:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 123 · ICE 579 · S2	On time 10:37 AM Amsterdam Centraal	5h46	4:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3537 · 20081 · 10625 · ICE 109	10:46 AM Amsterdam Centraal	6h02	4:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 3537 · 20081 · ICE 1011 · S3	10:46 AM Amsterdam Centraal	6h30	5:16 PM Heidelberg Hbf	3 transfers
IC 3037 · IC 3537 · 20081 · 10625	10:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal	5h54	4:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf	5 transfers
IC 3037 · IC 3537 · 20081 · 10625	10:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal	6h40	5:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 3037 · IC 3537 · 20081 · ICE 1011	10:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal	6h22	5:16 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 2939 · 32547 · 18939 · 10921	11:10 AM Amsterdam Centraal	6h06	5:16 PM Heidelberg Hbf	6 transfers
IC 3541 · 20083 · 10627 · ICE 611	11:46 AM Amsterdam Centraal	5h59	5:45 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 3041 · IC 3541 · 20083 · 10627	11:53 AM Amsterdam Centraal	5h52	5:45 PM Heidelberg Hbf	5 transfers
ICE 125 · ICE 771 · S2	On time 12:37 PM Amsterdam Centraal	5h46	6:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf	2 transfers
ICE 125 · ICE 1671	On time 12:37 PM Amsterdam Centraal	6h04	6:41 PM Heidelberg Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3545 · 20085 · 10629 · ICE 201	12:46 PM Amsterdam Centraal	6h02	6:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 3545 · 20085 · 10629 · IC 2548	12:46 PM Amsterdam Centraal	6h48	7:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf	3 transfers
IC 3045 · IC 3545 · 20085 · 10629	12:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal	5h54	6:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf	5 transfers
IC 3045 · IC 3545 · 20085 · 10629	12:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal	6h40	7:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 2947 · 32555 · 18947 · 10925	1:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal	6h06	7:16 PM Heidelberg Hbf	5 transfers
IC 3047+20027+ICE 929+24531	On time 1:24 PM Amsterdam Centraal	7h47	9:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 3549 · 20087 · 10631 · ICE 613	1:46 PM Amsterdam Centraal	5h59	7:45 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 3049 · IC 3549 · 20087 · 10631	1:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal	5h51	7:45 PM Heidelberg Hbf	5 transfers
ICE 127 · ICE 773 · S2	2:37 PM Amsterdam Centraal	5h46	8:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf	2 transfers
ICE 127 · ICE 1099	On time 2:37 PM Amsterdam Centraal	6h34	9:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3553 · 20089 · 10633 · ICE 203	2:46 PM Amsterdam Centraal	6h03	8:49 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 3553 · 20089 · ICE 1015 · S2	2:46 PM Amsterdam Centraal	6h37	9:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf	3 transfers
IC 3053 · IC 3553 · 20089 · 10633	2:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal	6h40	9:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 3053 · IC 3553 · 20089 · ICE 1015	2:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal	6h29	9:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 3053 · IC 3553 · 20089 · 10633	2:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal	5h55	8:49 PM Heidelberg Hbf	5 transfers
IC 2955 · 32563 · 18955 · 10929	3:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal	6h13	9:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf	6 transfers
IC 3557 · 20091 · 10635 · ICE 615	3:46 PM Amsterdam Centraal	6h08	9:54 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 3057 · IC 3557 · 20091 · 10635	3:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal	7h45	11:39 PM Heidelberg Hbf	6 transfers
IC 3057 · IC 3557 · 20091 · 10635	3:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal	6h00	9:54 PM Heidelberg Hbf	5 transfers
ICE 129 · ICE 775	4:37 PM Amsterdam Centraal	5h33	10:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3561 · 20093 · 10637 · ICE 205	4:46 PM Amsterdam Centraal	6h06	10:52 PM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 3061 · IC 3561 · 20093 · 10637	4:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal	5h58	10:52 PM Heidelberg Hbf	5 transfers
IC 3061 · IC 3561 · 20093 · 10637	4:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal	7h39	12:33 AM Heidelberg Hbf	6 transfers
ICE 221 · 15339	6:37 PM Amsterdam Centraal	5h56	12:33 AM Heidelberg Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 221 · ICE 617 · 19255	6:37 PM Amsterdam Centraal	5h45	12:22 AM Heidelberg Hbf	2 transfers
IC 60403 · ICE 619	8:00 PM Amsterdam Centraal	6h37	2:37 AM Heidelberg Hbf	1 transfer
IC 60403 · S3	8:00 PM Amsterdam Centraal	8h37	4:37 AM Heidelberg Hbf	1 transfer
IC 3075+20041+ICE 619	8:25 PM Amsterdam Centraal	6h12	2:37 AM Heidelberg Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3079+20043+26844 · ICE 827	9:24 PM Amsterdam Centraal	8h49	6:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
IC 2981 · 18981 · S19 · ICE 921	9:40 PM Amsterdam Centraal	10h04	7:44 AM Heidelberg Hbf	7 transfers
IC 2981 · 18981 · S19 · ICE 911	9:40 PM Amsterdam Centraal	9h43	7:23 AM Heidelberg Hbf	4 transfers
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Deutsche Bahn as well as Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) offer trains services from Amsterdam to Heidelberg.

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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Amsterdam to Heidelberg.
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Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Amsterdam to Heidelberg.

Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?

Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Amsterdam to Heidelberg.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Amsterdam to Heidelberg?

The best time to book your train from Amsterdam to Heidelberg is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Amsterdam to Heidelberg route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Amsterdam to Heidelberg per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Amsterdam to Heidelberg.

Trains

from €51

Buses

from €23

Flights

from €239

Journey information

Overview: Train from Amsterdam to Heidelberg

Netherlands

Germany

Trains from Amsterdam to Heidelberg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 424 km distance in 4h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €22

Distance

424 km

Average train duration

5h 14m

Cheapest ticket price

€35

Trains per day

Fastest train

4h 45m

First train

12:23 AM

Last train

11:50 PM

Cheapest Month

Jul

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Sat

Least Busy Day

Wed

Best time to book

42 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €22

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Amsterdam to Heidelberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Amsterdam and Heidelberg from €23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

4h 40m

Cheapest Price

€35

Luggage included

Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves

Luggage storage

Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.

Cancellation Policy

Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?

Refund

If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.

Seat reservation

Second Class:
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.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.

Pets

Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.

Quiet zone

Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

4h 45m

Cheapest Price

€210

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency

7 a day

FAQs: Trains from Amsterdam to Heidelberg

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam 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.

Cheap train tickets from Amsterdam to Heidelberg can start from as little as €35 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Amsterdam to Heidelberg is €101; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Amsterdam to Heidelberg is 4h 40m to travel the 424 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Amsterdam to Heidelberg leaves at 12:23 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Amsterdam to Heidelberg leaves at 11:50 PM.

There are 8 trains a day from Amsterdam to Heidelberg which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Amsterdam to Heidelberg, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) for the best way to get you to Heidelberg. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Amsterdam and Heidelberg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A trip to Heidelberg from Amsterdam is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Amsterdam to Heidelberg is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Heidelberg including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Amsterdam to Heidelberg

Most Amsterdam to Heidelberg trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Heidelberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Amsterdam

Arrival train stations in Heidelberg

Which Amsterdam station do trains to Heidelberg leave from?

Trains from Amsterdam to Heidelberg leave from Amsterdam Centraal. The station is 1 km from Amsterdam city centre at Stationsplein, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Amsterdam CentraalStationsplein, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre

BusN87, N85, N88 · 6m · €1 · every ~2 min

Tram17, 2, 24 · 4m · €1 · every ~48 min

Subway52 · 1m · €1 · every ~28 min

Amsterdam Centraal train station facilities and services

Amsterdam 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 and drink

Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.

More about Amsterdam Centraal

Amsterdam ZuidParnassusweg 819, 1082 LZ Amsterdam, Netherlands+31 20 624 1111 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Amsterdam Zuid from Amsterdam city centre

Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:

Tram5 · 18m · €2 · every ~12 min

Subway52 · 8m · €2 · every ~28 min

Amsterdam Zuid train station facilities and services

Amsterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.