The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€28
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
43
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 43 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Heidelberg on Mon, Jul 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Mon, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 53 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.
ICE 827 · ICE 16994:47 AM1h26Frankfurt Airport long-distance station6:13 AMHeidelberg Hbf€71One-way1 transfer
ICE 61912:55 AM1h22Frankfurt Airport long-distance station2:17 AMHeidelberg Hbf€71One-way0 transfers
ICE 6992:59 AM0h54Frankfurt Airport long-distance station3:53 AMHeidelberg Hbf€71One-way0 transfers
S9 · ICE 7758:45 PM1h25Frankfurt am Main Flughafen10:10 PMHeidelberg Hbf€181One-way1 transfer
S9 · ICE 16994:45 AM1h28Frankfurt am Main Flughafen6:13 AMHeidelberg Hbf€181One-way1 transfer
ICE 1013 · ICE 10976:22 PM0h49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station7:11 PMHeidelberg Hbf€341One-way1 transfer
ICE 1011 · ICE 12914:22 PM0h49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station5:11 PMHeidelberg Hbf€341One-way1 transfer
ICE 919 · ICE 10952:22 PM0h49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station3:11 PMHeidelberg Hbf€341One-way1 transfer
ICE 225 · ICE 21112:21 PM0h50Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1:11 PMHeidelberg Hbf€191One-way1 transfer
ICE 515 · S310:51 AM0h53Frankfurt Airport long-distance station11:44 AMHeidelberg Hbf€271One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 72 km
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1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg trains for tomorrow, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 619 | 12:55 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h22 | 2:17 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 699 | 2:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 3:53 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · 15495 · 15963 | 4:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h50 | 6:05 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 1699 | On time 4:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h28 | 6:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 827 · ICE 1699 | On time 4:47 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h26 | 6:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · 4557 · S3 | 7:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h29 | 8:44 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 101 · 19265 | 7:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 8:48 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 913 · S2 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 9:23 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
29247 · ICE 573 · S2 | 8:50 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h33 | 10:23 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 513 · 19267 | Delayed 7:02 AM 8:51 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 9:48 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 103 · 19269 | 9:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 10:48 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 915 · S2 | On time 10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 11:23 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 575 · S1 | 10:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h38 | 12:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 515 · S3 | Delayed 9:02 AM 10:51 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h53 | 11:44 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 515 · 19271 | Delayed 9:02 AM 10:51 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 11:48 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · 4565 · S3 | 11:00 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h44 | 12:44 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 105 · 19273 | On time 11:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 12:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 225 · ICE 211 | On time 12:21 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h50 | 1:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 577 · S2 | 12:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h38 | 2:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 517 · S3 | Delayed 11:02 AM 12:51 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 1:45 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · 4569 · S3 | 1:00 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h44 | 2:44 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 107 · 19277 | On time 1:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 2:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 919 · ICE 1095 | On time 2:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h49 | 3:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 579 · S2 | 2:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h38 | 4:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 519 · S3 | Delayed 1:02 PM 2:51 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 3:46 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · 4573 · S3 | 3:00 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h44 | 4:44 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 109 · 19281 | On time 3:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 4:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1011 · ICE 1291 | On time 4:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h49 | 5:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 771 · S2 | 4:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h38 | 6:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 611 · S3 | 4:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 5:45 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · 4577 · S3 | 5:00 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h45 | 6:45 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 201 · 19245 | On time 5:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 6:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1013 · ICE 1097 | On time 6:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h49 | 7:11 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 773 · S2 | 6:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h38 | 8:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 613 · S3 | 6:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 7:45 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · 4581 · S3 | 7:00 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h46 | 8:46 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 203 · 19249 | On time 7:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h58 | 8:49 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1015 · S2 | On time 8:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 9:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 775 | 8:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h25 | 10:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 615 · S1 | 8:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 9:54 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 77 · S3 | 9:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h37 | 11:22 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 205 · S3 | On time 9:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 10:52 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 617 · S3 | 10:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 11:54 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg
Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg run on average 20 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 43m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Heidelberg from €7. 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.
FlixTrain GmbH
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg
Most Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Heidelberg Hbf from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
Getting to Heidelberg-Altstadt from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Altstadt train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
Getting to Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach is 3 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach train station facilities and services
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Dufke, Stettiner Klause, Hakim's Imbiss, KOLBEZ Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rose.
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