The cheapest and fastest trains from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
51
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 51 trains that leave Heidelberg for Frankfurt am Main Airport on Thu, Mar 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 19 the direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
On Thu, Mar 19 the slowest trains will take 55 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 698
ICE 618
S3 · ICE 990 · S9
19286 · ICE 100
S3 · ICE 912
ICE 698
S3 · ICE 910
S3 · ICE 912
S3 · ICE 1012
S3 · ICE 1010Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 72 km
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1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for today, Wednesday, March 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S3 · ICE 514 | Delayed 5:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 6:10 PM 6:10 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
S3 · ICE 912 | On time 5:43 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 6:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
19282 · ICE 102 | 6:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 7:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 790+ 15176 | On time 6:18 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h34 | 7:52 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
S2 · ICE 572 · S9 | 6:33 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h41 | 8:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 512 | On time 7:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 8:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
S3 · ICE 910 | On time 7:44 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h54 | 8:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
19286 · ICE 100 | 8:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 9:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
S1 · 4584 · S8 | 8:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h46 | 9:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
19290 · ICE 510 | On time 9:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 10:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
S2 · 4586 · S8 | 9:14 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h45 | 10:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
S2 · IC 60409 · S6 · S8 | 10:14 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h45 | 11:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
S2 · 4588 · S8 | 10:45 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h44 | 12:29 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
S3 · IC 60402 | 11:56 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h39 | 1:35 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, March 19 | |||||
ICE 698 | 1:02 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h50 | 1:52 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 618 · S8 | 2:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h19 | 4:02 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 618 | 2:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h14 | 3:57 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S2 · 4552 · S8 | 4:06 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h43 | 5:49 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
S7 · ICE 204 | 6:09 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h59 | 7:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 994+ 15164 | On time 6:18 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h34 | 7:52 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 994 · 4654 · S8 | On time 6:18 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h31 | 7:49 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
ICE 994 · 4654 · ICE 316 | On time 6:18 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h27 | 7:45 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
15306 · S9 | 6:25 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h49 | 8:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
S2 · ICE 774 · S9 | 6:34 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h40 | 8:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 614 | 7:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 8:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
S3 · ICE 1012 | On time 7:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 8:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
19260 · ICE 202 | On time 8:10 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 9:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
S3 · 4560 · S8 | 8:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h49 | 10:02 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
15310 · S9 | 8:26 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h48 | 10:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
S2 · ICE 772 · S9 | 8:33 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h41 | 10:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 612 | 9:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 10:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
S3 · ICE 1010 | On time 9:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 10:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
19264 · ICE 200 | On time 10:10 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 11:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
15314 · S9 | 10:26 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h48 | 12:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
S2 · ICE 770 · S9 | 10:33 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h41 | 12:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 610 | 11:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 12:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
S3 · ICE 918 | On time 11:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 12:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
19268 · ICE 108 | On time 12:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 1:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
15318 · S9 | 12:26 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h48 | 2:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
S2 · ICE 578 · S9 | 12:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h40 | 2:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 9591 · S8 | 12:43 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h35 | 2:18 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 518 | On time 1:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 2:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
S3 · ICE 916 | On time 1:42 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h56 | 2:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
19272 · ICE 106 | On time 2:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 3:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
S2 · ICE 218 | 2:33 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h04 | 3:37 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
S3 · ICE 516 | On time 3:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 4:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
S3 · ICE 224 | 3:43 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 4:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1092 · 29266 | On time 3:46 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h19 | 5:05 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
19276 · ICE 104 | On time 4:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 5:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
S3 · 4576 · S8 | 4:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h36 | 5:49 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
S2 · ICE 574 · S9 | 4:33 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h41 | 6:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Trains from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 20 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 50m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 00:27 |
Last train 22:50 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Südwestdeutsche Landesverkehrs-GmbH (SWEG), FlixTrain from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, Südwestdeutsche Landesverkehrs-GmbH (SWEG), FlixTrain trains will get you between Heidelberg and Frankfurt am Main Airport 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
Südwestdeutsche Landesverkehrs-GmbH (SWEG)
FAQs: Trains from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- 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
- Persepolis
- Zum Brückenaff
- 'S' Kastanie
- Choa
- Parkhotel Atlantic
- Hackteufel
- Goldener Falke
- Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg
- Kurpfalz-Café
- Cube
- Flammkuchenhof
- Arizona 50s Diner
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