Explore Rastatt to Heidelberg by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Rastatt to Heidelberg aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost between Rastatt and Heidelberg

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: £14.18

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

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Departure frequency and timetable from Rastatt to Heidelberg

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Rastatt to Heidelberg:

  • 00:08 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:55 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 00:08 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:49 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 24 minutes from Rastatt toward Heidelberg.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 40 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time from Rastatt to Heidelberg

The quickest time by train is 53 minutes, travelling a total distance of 69 kilometres.

When are tickets between Rastatt and Heidelberg available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Rastatt and Heidelberg can be purchased 6 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Making the most of your trip to Heidelberg

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Heidelberg.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Rastatt to Heidelberg by train?

The train journey between Rastatt and Heidelberg covers 69 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Rastatt to Heidelberg?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at £14.18. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Rastatt to Heidelberg by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 6 months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Rastatt to Heidelberg by train?

The fastest journey is 53 minutes.