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Train Heidelberg → Osnabrück

Schedule & travel time

2h 13m 214 km 19 trains/day
ICE IC RE

Route overview

2h 13m

Fastest time

2h 40m

Avg. duration

214

Kilometers

19

Trains per day

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By train from Heidelberg to Osnabrück

An important rail connection: The train connection from Heidelberg to Osnabrück is one of the important rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 2h 13m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 214 kilometers and is served by about 19 trains every day. The solid frequency enables flexible trip planning.

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 Heidelberg to Osnabrück saves you about 24 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 Heidelberg to Osnabrück?

The fastest connection from Heidelberg to Osnabrück takes 2h 13m. The average travel time is 2h 40m.

How many trains run daily from Heidelberg to Osnabrück?

About 19 trains run daily on the Heidelberg - Osnabrück route. Train types include ICE, IC, RE.

What is the route from Heidelberg to Osnabrück?

The direct connection covers 214 km.

More interesting connections

Heidelberg → Mannheim
12m18 km
Heidelberg → Darmstadt
35m55 km
Münster → Osnabrück
0h 23m46 km
Bremen → Osnabrück
53m103 km
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Return journey

Osnabrück Heidelberg

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Heidelberg → Mannheim12mHeidelberg → Darmstadt35mHeidelberg → Berlin1h 41mHeidelberg → Hamburg3h 25mMünster → Osnabrück0h 23mBremen → Osnabrück53mBerlin → Osnabrück3h 03m
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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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