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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€46
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Heidelberg will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
It's difficult to get from Nuremberg to Heidelberg without transferring at least once.
ICE 686 · 19059 · S16:31 AM3h31Nuremberg Hbf10:02 AMHeidelberg Hbf€251One-way2 transfers- ICE 684 · 19063 · S18:31 AM3h31Nuremberg Hbf12:02 PMHeidelberg Hbf€301One-way2 transfers
- IC 2166 · 23404 · 192647:37 AM3h32Nuremberg Hbf11:09 AMHeidelberg Hbf€301One-way2 transfers
- IC 2164 · 23406 · 192689:41 AM3h28Nuremberg Hbf1:09 PMHeidelberg Hbf€301One-way2 transfers
- ICE 886 · 19061 · S17:32 AM3h30Nuremberg Hbf11:02 AMHeidelberg Hbf€341One-way2 transfers
- ICE 822 · ICE 1176:00 AM3h05Nuremberg Hbf9:05 AMHeidelberg Hbf€401One-way1 transfer
- ICE 728 · ICE 10938:00 AM3h11Nuremberg Hbf11:11 AMHeidelberg Hbf€441One-way1 transfer
- ICE 726 · ICE 575 · S19:00 AM3h23Nuremberg Hbf12:23 PMHeidelberg Hbf€621One-way2 transfers
- ICE 724 · ECE 5 · S210:00 AM3h23Nuremberg Hbf1:23 PMHeidelberg Hbf€751One-way2 transfers
- ICE 722 · ICE 577 · S211:00 AM3h23Nuremberg Hbf2:23 PMHeidelberg Hbf€521One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nuremberg to Heidelberg
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. 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 bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €89.
Distance: 172 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€40 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €135 Average price |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nuremberg to Heidelberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Heidelberg trains for today, Tuesday, July 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 820 · ICE 1573 | On time 7:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h41 | 10:41 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 820 · ICE 573 · S2 | On time 7:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h23 | 10:23 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1020 · ICE 593 · 19269 | 7:27 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h21 | 10:48 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 886 · 19061 · S1 | On time 7:32 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h30 | 11:02 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2166 · 23404 · 19264 | On time 7:37 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h32 | 11:09 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 728 · ICE 1093 | On time 8:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h11 | 11:11 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 684 · 19063 · S1 | On time 8:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h31 | 12:02 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 684 · ICE 795 | On time 8:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h10 | 12:41 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 88612 · 23438 · 19266 | 8:37 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h32 | 12:09 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 701 · ICE 1094 | On time 8:59 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h45 | 12:44 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 726 · ICE 575 · S1 | On time 9:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h23 | 12:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 926 · ICE 2585 · 19273 | 9:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h17 | 12:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 724 · 15319 | On time 10:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h32 | 2:32 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 724 · ECE 5 · S2 | On time 10:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h23 | 1:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 682 · 19067 · S1 | On time 10:30 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h32 | 2:02 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 88614 · 23440 · 19270 | 10:38 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h31 | 2:09 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 722 · ICE 577 · S2 | On time 11:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h23 | 2:23 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 722 · ICE 1577 | On time 11:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h41 | 2:41 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Heidelberg
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Trains from Nuremberg to Heidelberg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Nuremberg to Heidelberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Nuremberg and Heidelberg from €10. 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.
Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Nuremberg to Heidelberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Heidelberg
Most Nuremberg to Heidelberg trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nuremberg station do trains to Heidelberg leave from?
Getting to Nürnberg Hbf from Nuremberg city centre
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Hbf train station facilities and services
Nürnberg 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: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.
Getting to Nürnberg Flughafen from Nuremberg city centre
Nürnberg Flughafen is 5 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Flughafen train station facilities and services
Nürnberg Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Terminal90, Mövenpick Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport, Hotel Alpha, Hotel Marienbad.
Getting to Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn) from Nuremberg city centre
Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn) is 3 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn) train station facilities and services
Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
Which Heidelberg station do trains from Nuremberg arrive at?
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-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.
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.
Most popular train connections from Nuremberg
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