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The cheapest and fastest trains from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Showing times and prices for Jun 18
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
49
Distance
72 km
Cheap tickets
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 €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Fast trains
Of the 49 trains that leave Heidelberg for Frankfurt am Main Airport on Thu, Jun 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 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, Jun 18 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 6982:02 AM0h50Heidelberg Hbf2:52 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€71One-way0 transfers- ICE 6183:43 AM1h14Heidelberg Hbf4:57 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€181One-way0 transfers
- 19292 · ICE 990 · S811:10 PM1h19Heidelberg Hbf12:29 AMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen€201One-way2 transfers
- S3 · ICE 6166:02 AM1h06Heidelberg Hbf7:08 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€231One-way1 transfer
- ICE 1698 · S99:47 PM1h27Heidelberg Hbf11:14 PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen€231One-way1 transfer
- ICE 6982:02 AM0h50Heidelberg Hbf2:52 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€71One-way0 transfers
- S3 · ICE 9108:44 PM0h54Heidelberg Hbf9:38 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€241One-way1 transfer
- S3 · ICE 9126:43 PM0h55Heidelberg Hbf7:38 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€311One-way1 transfer
- S3 · ICE 101010:43 AM0h55Heidelberg Hbf11:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€261One-way1 transfer
- S3 · ICE 10128:43 AM0h55Heidelberg Hbf9:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€261One-way1 transfer
Travel 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 €7. 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 €7, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 72 km
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€16 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m 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, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2 · ICE 574 · S9 | 5:33 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h41 | 7:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| S3 · ICE 514 | On time 6:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 7:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S3 · ICE 912 | On time 6:43 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 7:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 19282 · ICE 102 | 7:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 8:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S2 · ICE 572 · S9 | 7:33 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h41 | 9:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| S3 · ICE 512 | On time 8:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 9:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S3 · ICE 910 | On time 8:44 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h54 | 9:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 19286 · ICE 100 | 9:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 10:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S3 · 4584 · S8 | 9:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h46 | 10:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1698 · S9 | On time 9:47 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h27 | 11:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| 19290 · ICE 510 | On time 10:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 11:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S2 · 4586 · S8 | 10:14 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h45 | 11:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| 19292 · ICE 990 · S9 | 11:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h34 | 12:44 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| S2 · 4588 · S8 | 11:45 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h44 | 1:29 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, June 18 | |||||
| ICE 698 | 2:02 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h50 | 2:52 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 618 · 4250 | 3:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h25 | 5:08 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 618 | 3:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h14 | 4:57 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S2 · 4552 · S8 | 5:06 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h41 | 6:47 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| S3 · ICE 616 | 6:02 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h06 | 7:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S7 · ICE 204 | On time 7:09 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h59 | 8:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 15306 · S9 | 7:25 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h49 | 9:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| S2 · ICE 774 · S9 | 7:34 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h40 | 9:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| S3 · ICE 614 | 8:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 9:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S3 · ICE 1012 | On time 8:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 9:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 19260 · ICE 202 | On time 9:10 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 10:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S3 · 4560 · S8 | 9:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h46 | 10:59 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| 15310 · S9 | 9:26 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h48 | 11:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| S2 · ICE 772 · S9 | 9:33 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h41 | 11:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| S3 · ICE 612 | 10:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 11:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S3 · ICE 1010 | On time 10:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 11:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 19264 · ICE 200 | On time 11:10 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 12:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 15314 · S9 | 11:26 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h48 | 1:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| S2 · ICE 770 · S9 | 11:33 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h41 | 1:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
S3 · 4258+ TGV 9551 | On time 11:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h39 | 1:22 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| S3 · ICE 610 | 12:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 1:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S3 · ICE 918 | On time 12:43 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 1:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 19268 · ICE 108 | On time 1:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 2:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 15318 · S9 | 1:26 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h48 | 3:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| S2 · ICE 578 · S9 | 1:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h40 | 3:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| S3 · ICE 9591 · S8 | 1:42 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h36 | 3:18 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| S3 · ICE 518 | On time 2:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 3:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S3 · ICE 916 | On time 2:42 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h56 | 3:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 19272 · ICE 106 | On time 3:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 4:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S2 · ICE 216 | 3:33 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h04 | 4:37 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S3 · ICE 516 | On time 4:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 5:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S3 · ICE 224 | 4:43 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 5:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1092 · 29266 | On time 4:46 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h19 | 6:05 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| 19276 · ICE 104 | On time 5:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 6:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S3 · 4576 · S8 | 5:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h35 | 6:48 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Trains from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 23 times per day, taking around 59m. 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 00:02, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 38m.
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 €7
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 10:26 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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 €7
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), DB Regio Stuttgart from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), DB Regio Stuttgart 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
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
38m
Cheapest Price
€7
Deutsche Bahn frequency
23 a day
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.
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.
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.
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
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
€30
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
3 a day
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
57m
Cheapest Price
€21
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency
15 a day
DB Regio Stuttgart
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
59m
DB Regio Stuttgart frequency
13 a day
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.
Cheap train tickets from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport is €16; 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 Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport is 38m to travel the 72 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 Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport leaves at 10:26 PM.
Yes,there are 1 direct trains a day from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), DB Regio Stuttgart for the best way to get you to Frankfurt am Main Airport. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Heidelberg and Frankfurt am Main Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Heidelberg is worth doing with a journey time of 38m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Heidelberg and Frankfurt am Main Airport including taking a bus and train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Heidelberg
Frankfurt am Main
Heidelberg Hbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Heid´s Grill
- McDonald's
- Uuuhmami
- Taj Mahal
Hotel
- Leonardo Hotel
- Qube Hotel
- NH Heidelberg
- Krokodil
Heidelberg-Altstadt
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Persepolis
- Zum Brückenaff
- 'S' Kastanie
- Choa
Hotel
- Parkhotel Atlantic
- Hackteufel
- Goldener Falke
- Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Restaurant Dufke
- Stettiner Klause
- Hakim's Imbiss
- KOLBEZ Cafe
Hotel
- Hotel Rose
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