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Innsbruck - Heidelberg Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

There are 28 daily trains from Innsbruck to Heidelberg. Traveling by train from Innsbruck to Heidelberg usually takes around 7 hours and 44 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can make the trip in 6 hours and 23 minutes.

Distance193 mi (311 km)
Fastest train6h 23m
Lowest price€104.47
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Innsbruck to Heidelberg?

2 train services operate from Innsbruck to Heidelberg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 21 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn77h 32m€104.93
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company217h 50m€104.82
  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Innsbruck to Heidelberg start from €104, and on average cost . Daily there are 21 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Heidelberg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Innsbruck leaves from Kranebitten and 2 other stations. And in Heidelberg trains arrive at Heidelberg Orthopädie and 2 other train stations.

    From Innsbruck to Heidelberg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 50 minutes. If you are looking to get to Heidelberg faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 23 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Innsbruck to Heidelberg. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.

The distance between Innsbruck and Heidelberg is approximately 193 miles, or 311 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 44 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 23 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Trains departing from Innsbruck to Heidelberg tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Innsbruck at 15:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 28 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Heidelberg to Innsbruck.

City Information

Heidelberg

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Located on the river Neckar in the southwest of Germany, the university town of Heidelberg is one of the country's most popular destinations. From impressive Baroque and Renaissance architecture to exciting museums, festive Christmas markets, and fantastic shopping, this town has something for everyone.

The first thing you'll see in Heidelberg is the Schloss Heidelberg or Heidelberg Palace. Sitting on a hill overlooking the city, this impressive castle was once the seat of Heidelberg's Prince-Electors. Although rebuilt following the Thirty Years War in the 1600s, this beautiful ruin is open to visitors with audio tours available daily. And as one of the most-Instagrammed castles in Germany, the palace is the perfect backdrop for your next envy-inspiring post. While in the castle, visit the Apotheken-Museum, which displays the history of pharmacies and medical science in Germany.

Heidelberg is also home to the famous hike, Philosopher's Way. Taking its name from the many university academics that used to hike this route for the solitude and views to inspire them, this route rambles up the southern side of the Heiligenberg. With exotic vegetation and a temperate climate during the summer months, it's easy to think that you've accidentally walked all the way to the Mediterranean.

Although Heidelberg does not have an airport, the Mannheim Airport is under 15km away, and it's easy to take a train from Mannheim to Heidelberg. Intercity bus service provides transportation to Heidelberg from many domestic and international destinations. Many direct trains run to Heidelberg from across Germany and other European cities, too, so there is no shortage of travel options to get to this fabulous city.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Innsbruck?

Main departure station: Kranebitten

Innsbruck has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Heidelberg.

All train stations in Innsbruck:

  • Kranebitten

  • Allerheiligenhöfe

  • Hötting

Where is the train station in Heidelberg?

Main arrival station: Heidelberg-Schlierbach/Ziegelhausen

There are more train stations and stops in Heidelberg than most cities. Most trains from Innsbruck will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Heidelberg:

Train stations in Heidelberg:

  • Heidelberg-Schlierbach/Ziegelhausen

  • Heidelberg Orthopädie

  • Heidelberg-Altstadt

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