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Train Frankfurt → Heidelberg

Schedule & travel time

2h 27m 262 km 7 trains/day
ICE IC RE

Route overview

2h 27m

Fastest time

2h 56m

Avg. duration

262

Kilometers

7

Trains per day

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By train from Frankfurt to Heidelberg

An important rail connection: The train connection from Frankfurt to Heidelberg is one of the regularly operated rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 2h 27m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 262 kilometers and is served by about 7 trains every day. The regular service gives you plenty of options when planning your trip.

Route overview

Infrastructure: Regionalverkehr

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Available train types

This route is served by ICE, IC, RE.

The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.

The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from Frankfurt to Heidelberg saves you about 29 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from Frankfurt to Heidelberg?

The fastest connection from Frankfurt to Heidelberg takes 2h 27m. The average travel time is 2h 56m.

How many trains run daily from Frankfurt to Heidelberg?

About 7 trains run daily on the Frankfurt - Heidelberg route. Train types include ICE, IC, RE.

What is the route from Frankfurt to Heidelberg?

The direct connection covers 262 km.

More interesting connections

Frankfurt → Köln
1h 05m152 km
Frankfurt → Hamburg
3h 32m394 km
Darmstadt → Heidelberg
35m55 km
Mannheim → Heidelberg
12m18 km
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Return journey

Heidelberg Frankfurt

More connections

Frankfurt → Köln1h 05mFrankfurt → Hamburg3h 32mFrankfurt → Stuttgart1h 12mFrankfurt → Mannheim0h 37mDarmstadt → Heidelberg35mMannheim → Heidelberg12mBerlin → Heidelberg1h 57m
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Schedule data last updated: 12/05/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

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Last update: April 2026

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