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Stuttgart to Heidelberg train

Book a train ticket Stuttgart - Heidelberg

Train timetable info Stuttgart-Heidelberg

Travel by train from Stuttgart to Heidelberg. 36 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Stuttgart at 0h 54m and the last at 22h 49m, allowing you to cover the 78.12 km distance in as little as 0h 39m.

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How much does a train ticket from Stuttgart to Heidelberg cost?

Get the best fares by booking your train ticket in advance. If you are flexible with the time and date of your journey, you can get tickets at the lowest prices. Be among the first to know about the best deals by creating an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Stuttgart to Heidelberg take?

The journey on a train from Stuttgart to Heidelberg will take you about 1h 01m. Travel time may vary depending on the operator.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Stuttgart to Heidelberg?

The fastest train between Stuttgart and Heidelberg completes the journey in 0h 39m.

How many trains run from Stuttgart to Heidelberg each day?

You can choose from 36 trains per day to travel from Stuttgart to Heidelberg.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Stuttgart and Heidelberg?

It is possible to travel between Stuttgart and Heidelberg on Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Stuttgart and Heidelberg by train?

By train, about 78.12 km separate Heidelberg from Stuttgart.

What time is the first train from Stuttgart to Heidelberg?

Want to arrive early? Take the first Stuttgart to Heidelberg train at 0h 54m.

What time is the last train from Stuttgart to Heidelberg?

If you want to take your time, you can take the last train at 22h 49m.

To leave Stuttgart, which station(s) can I depart from?

This page presents a list of trains departing from: STUTTGART HBF.

At Heidelberg, which station(s) will I arrive at?

This page lists trains arriving at: HEIDELBERG HBF, HEIDELBERG-KIRCHHEIM/ROHRBACH.

Which train companies operate trains from Stuttgart to Heidelberg?

The Stuttgart – Heidelberg route is served by: Deutsche Bahn (DB).

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Heidelberg?

The price of a Stuttgart – Heidelberg train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Stuttgart to Heidelberg thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Heidelberg.

Price of a Stuttgart – Heidelberg Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Stuttgart to Heidelberg, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Stuttgart to Heidelberg, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Stuttgart – Heidelberg

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Stuttgart – Heidelberg Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Stuttgart to Heidelberg. For last-minute train tickets from Stuttgart to Heidelberg, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Stuttgart to Heidelberg and alternative routes

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Stuttgart - Heidelberg. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Companies serving Stuttgart - Heidelberg

If you're travelling from Stuttgart to Heidelberg, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Travel from Stuttgart to Heidelberg on board Deutsche Bahn (DB) trains and enjoy a reliable and comfortable journey. Deutsche Bahn is Germany’s national rail operator and offers an extensive rail network covering the entire country, allowing you to travel efficiently between cities. It operates high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.

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Classes of rail companies serving Stuttgart - Heidelberg

To travel from Stuttgart to Heidelberg, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Travel from Stuttgart to Heidelberg by train with Deutsche Bahn. Depending on your journey and the train selected, travel in 1st or 2nd class on high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, national InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) services, or the regional network. The latter includes InterRegio-Express (IRE) for fast interregional connections, Regional-Express (RE) for direct routes between cities, and Regionalbahn (RB) for stopping services to all local stations. Your Deutsche Bahn ticket Stuttgart - Heidelberg guarantees a comfortable journey across Germany and its neighbouring countries.

All on-board services provided by companies operating Stuttgart - Heidelberg

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Stuttgart to Heidelberg route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

  • Stay connected while you travel

    Stay connected throughout your journey with free, unlimited WiFi available on most ICE and IC trains. In 1st class, throughput is optimized for professional uses such as videoconferencing or VPN connections.

  • Enjoy the peace and quiet

    To work or relax in complete peace, opt for the quiet zones. These areas are designed to minimize noise pollution: phone calls, loud music and ringtones are not allowed.

  • Grab a bite or drink during your trip

    Enjoy a meal or snack in the dining cars or bistros available on long-distance trains. A varied menu features hot dishes, snacks and drinks.

  • Recharge your electronic devices

    Recharge your devices easily: outlets are available at every seat in 2nd class, and up to two outlets for every three seats in 1st class. Ideal for staying productive or entertained throughout the journey.

  • Carry your luggage with ease

    Each passenger can take one item of hand luggage and one additional item of luggage free of charge. Large items of luggage can be stowed in the racks at the entrance or between the seats, medium-sized items above, and small items under your seat. Recommended dimensions are 70 × 50 × 30 cm. Well stowed folding strollers, mobility aids, scooters and folding bicycles are also permitted. Luggage must not inconvenience other passengers or block exits.

  • Take your bicycle everywhere

    Conventional bicycles are accepted on ICE, IC and EC trains with a bicycle ticket and mandatory booking. Folding bicycles and children's bicycles can be carried free of charge as hand luggage. Tandems and tricycles are allowed on certain trains with a booking at an agency. In the regions, a bicycle ticket is required but without a seat booking.

  • Travel with your pet

    Small animals travel free of charge in a closed container placed under your seat or in the luggage racks. Large dogs must have a ticket (50% of the adult fare), be muzzled and kept on a leash. Guide and assistance dogs travel free of charge, without a ticket or muzzle.

  • Enjoy seat service in 1st class

    In 1st class, relax: your meal is served directly to your seat. Enjoy attentive service and a gourmet selection without having to go anywhere.

  • Access Deutsche Bahn lounges

    Passengers with a flexible 1st class ticket enjoy access to DB Lounges at several major stations. These lounges offer a quiet space with drinks, WiFi and digital press to wait comfortably before departure.

Train timetables Stuttgart-Heidelberg Tuesday 16 June 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
0h 54m 2h 00m 1h 06m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 698
  • Heidelberg Hbf
2h 22m 3h 35m 1h 13m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 618
  • Heidelberg Hbf
5h 02m 5h 46m 0h 44m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 776
  • Vaihingen (Enz)
  • Heidelberg Hbf
6h 05m 6h 44m 0h 39m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1098
  • Heidelberg Hbf
6h 26m 7h 30m 1h 04m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1014
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 15 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38719 - Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38819
  • Heidelberg Hbf
7h 10m 8h 08m 0h 58m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1068
  • Bruchsal
  • 06 min
  • Bruchsal
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38318
  • Ubstadt-Weiher
  • Stettfeld-Weiher
  • Bad Schoenborn Sued
  • Bad Schoenborn-Kronau
  • Rot-Malsch
  • Wiesloch Walldorf
  • St Ilgen-Sandhausen
  • Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach
7h 23m 8h 23m 1h 00m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 774
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 07 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38223
  • Mannheim Arena/Maimarkt
  • Mannheim-Seckenheim
  • Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Sued
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf
8h 05m 8h 44m 0h 39m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1096
  • Heidelberg Hbf
8h 26m 9h 39m 1h 13m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1012
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 12 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 4658
  • Neu-Edingen/Friedrichsfeld
  • 03 min
  • Neu-Edingen/Friedrichsfeld
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 15309
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf
8h 26m 9h 45m 1h 19m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1012
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 26 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 56757
  • Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Sued
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf
9h 23m 10h 23m 1h 00m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 772
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 07 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38229
  • Mannheim Arena/Maimarkt
  • Mannheim-Seckenheim
  • Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Sued
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf
10h 05m 10h 44m 0h 39m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 2090
  • Heidelberg Hbf
11h 12m 12h 07m 0h 55m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 568
  • Bruchsal
  • 05 min
  • Bruchsal
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38330
  • Ubstadt-Weiher
  • Stettfeld-Weiher
  • Bad Schoenborn Sued
  • Bad Schoenborn-Kronau
  • Rot-Malsch
  • Wiesloch Walldorf
  • St Ilgen-Sandhausen
  • Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach
11h 23m 12h 23m 1h 00m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 770
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 07 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38121
  • Mannheim Arena/Maimarkt
  • Mannheim-Seckenheim
  • Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Sued
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf
12h 05m 12h 44m 0h 39m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1094
  • Heidelberg Hbf
13h 09m 14h 07m 0h 58m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 566
  • Bruchsal
  • 07 min
  • Bruchsal
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38334
  • Ubstadt-Weiher
  • Stettfeld-Weiher
  • Bad Schoenborn Sued
  • Bad Schoenborn-Kronau
  • Rot-Malsch
  • Wiesloch Walldorf
  • St Ilgen-Sandhausen
  • Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach
13h 23m 14h 23m 1h 00m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 578
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 07 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38235
  • Mannheim Arena/Maimarkt
  • Mannheim-Seckenheim
  • Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Sued
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf
14h 26m 15h 39m 1h 13m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 916
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 12 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 4670
  • Neu-Edingen/Friedrichsfeld
  • 03 min
  • Neu-Edingen/Friedrichsfeld
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 15321
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf
14h 26m 15h 43m 1h 17m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 916
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 23 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 4110
  • Heidelberg Hbf
15h 08m 16h 06m 0h 58m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 564
  • Bruchsal
  • 05 min
  • Bruchsal
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38342
  • Ubstadt-Weiher
  • Stettfeld-Weiher
  • Bad Schoenborn Sued
  • Bad Schoenborn-Kronau
  • Rot-Malsch
  • Wiesloch Walldorf
  • St Ilgen-Sandhausen
  • Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach
15h 23m 16h 23m 1h 00m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 576
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 07 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38239
  • Mannheim Arena/Maimarkt
  • Mannheim-Seckenheim
  • Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Sued
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf
16h 02m 16h 44m 0h 42m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1092
  • Heidelberg Hbf
16h 26m 17h 39m 1h 13m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 224
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 12 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 4674
  • Neu-Edingen/Friedrichsfeld
  • 03 min
  • Neu-Edingen/Friedrichsfeld
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 15325
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf
16h 54m 17h 44m 0h 50m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1696
  • Wiesloch Walldorf
  • Heidelberg Hbf
17h 08m 18h 16m 1h 08m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 562
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 12 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 56751
  • Mannheim Arena/Maimarkt
  • Mannheim-Seckenheim
  • Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Sued
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf
17h 23m 18h 23m 1h 00m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 574
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 07 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38243
  • Mannheim Arena/Maimarkt
  • Mannheim-Seckenheim
  • Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Sued
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf
17h 33m 18h 37m 1h 04m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1064
  • Bruchsal
  • 09 min
  • Bruchsal
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38354
  • Ubstadt-Weiher
  • Stettfeld-Weiher
  • Bad Schoenborn Sued
  • Bad Schoenborn-Kronau
  • Rot-Malsch
  • Wiesloch Walldorf
  • St Ilgen-Sandhausen
  • Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach
18h 26m 19h 39m 1h 13m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 912
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 12 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 4678
  • Neu-Edingen/Friedrichsfeld
  • 03 min
  • Neu-Edingen/Friedrichsfeld
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 15329
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf
18h 26m 19h 45m 1h 19m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 912
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 26 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 56755
  • Mannheim Arena/Maimarkt
  • Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Sued
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf
19h 12m 20h 07m 0h 55m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 266
  • Bruchsal
  • 04 min
  • Bruchsal
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38364
  • Ubstadt-Weiher
  • Stettfeld-Weiher
  • Bad Schoenborn Sued
  • Bad Schoenborn-Kronau
  • Rot-Malsch
  • Wiesloch Walldorf
  • St Ilgen-Sandhausen
  • Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach
19h 23m 20h 23m 1h 00m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 572
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 07 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38247
  • Mannheim Arena/Maimarkt
  • Mannheim-Seckenheim
  • Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Sued
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf
20h 04m 21h 23m 1h 19m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1090
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 20 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38249 - Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38373
  • Mannheim Arena/Maimarkt
  • Mannheim-Seckenheim
  • Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Sued
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf
20h 54m 21h 45m 0h 51m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1698
  • Wiesloch Walldorf
  • Heidelberg Hbf
21h 11m 22h 07m 0h 56m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 560
  • Bruchsal
  • 06 min
  • Bruchsal
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38366
  • Ubstadt-Weiher
  • Stettfeld-Weiher
  • Bad Schoenborn Sued
  • Bad Schoenborn-Kronau
  • Rot-Malsch
  • Wiesloch Walldorf
  • St Ilgen-Sandhausen
  • Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach
21h 49m 22h 52m 1h 03m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 510
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 10 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38499
  • Mannheim Arena/Maimarkt
  • Mannheim-Seckenheim
  • Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Sued
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf
22h 49m 23h 54m 1h 05m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 990
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 10 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 38413
  • Mannheim Arena/Maimarkt
  • Mannheim-Seckenheim
  • Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Sued
  • Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen
  • Heidelberg Hbf