Explore Munich Airport to Heidelberg by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Munich Airport 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 Munich Airport to Heidelberg

Getting from Munich Airport to Heidelberg by rail typically costs €79.37, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Munich Airport to Heidelberg departure frequency and train timetable

With 34 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 18 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 01:24 and the last one is at 23:11. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 04:04, with the last one at 23:11.

Average train travel time and distance from Munich Airport to Heidelberg

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 3 hours and 24 minutes, spanning 256 kilometres in total.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Munich Airport and Heidelberg?

You can secure tickets for travel between Munich Airport and Heidelberg up to 8 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Maximising your travels to Heidelberg

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Heidelberg.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Munich Airport to Heidelberg?

The total distance from Munich Airport to Heidelberg is 256 kilometres.

How much does the train from Munich Airport to Heidelberg cost?

The lowest fare on this route is €79.37. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .

How far in advance can I book my Munich Airport to Heidelberg train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 8 months in advance.

How long does it take to get from Munich Airport to Heidelberg?

The fastest journey on this route takes 3 hours and 24 minutes.