Brussels to Heidelberg by train

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Overview: trains from Brussels to Heidelberg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Brussels to Heidelberg, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:23 View journey
Last train 20:33 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 43m View journey
Distance (km) 348
Trains / day 14 View all
Cheapest journey CA$46.80 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 50m
Train operators 21

Travelling from Brussels to Heidelberg by train

Want to know how to get from Brussels to Heidelberg by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Brussels to Heidelberg take around 3 hours and 43 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 348 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Brussels is scheduled to depart at around  06:23. The last departure is usually at around 20:33 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Brussels at around 06:23, with the last train leaving at around 20:32. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 14 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour and 8 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$46.80.

We think any time is a great time to visit Heidelberg, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Heidelberg.

Is there a direct train from Brussels to Heidelberg?

The journey between Brussels and Heidelberg usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Brussels to Heidelberg every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Brussels to Heidelberg?

The Brussels to Heidelberg train travel takes about 3 hours and 43 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Brussels to Heidelberg train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Heidelberg leaving Brussels at around 06:23 and the last train leaving at around 20:33 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Brussels at around 06:23, with the final departure at 20:32.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.