Train Hamburg → Heidelberg
Schedule & travel time
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Route overview
3h 25m
Fastest time
4h 6m
Avg. duration
475
Kilometers
5
Trains per day
By train from Hamburg to Heidelberg
An important rail connection: The train connection from Hamburg to Heidelberg is one of the regularly operated rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 3h 25m and can travel in comfort.
The route covers a distance of 475 kilometers and is served by about 5 trains every day. The regular service gives you plenty of options when planning your trip.
Infrastructure: Fernverkehr (ICE/IC)
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Available train types
This route is served by ICE, IC.
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 Hamburg to Heidelberg saves you about 53 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 106 kg of CO₂. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train journey from Hamburg to Heidelberg?
The fastest connection from Hamburg to Heidelberg takes 3h 25m. The average travel time is 4h 6m.
How many trains run daily from Hamburg to Heidelberg?
About 5 trains run daily on the Hamburg - Heidelberg route. Train types include ICE, IC.
What is the route from Hamburg to Heidelberg?
The direct connection covers 475 km.
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Last update: April 2026
