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Taking the train from Vienna Hbf to Heidelberg in 8 hours 13 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Vienna Hbf to Heidelberg? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 9 hours 20 minutes to travel the 360 miles (580 km) from Vienna Hbf to Heidelberg by train, although you can get there in as little as 8 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 34 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You can travel with ÖBB trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Vienna Hbf to Heidelberg are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Heidelberg? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Vienna Hbf to Heidelberg by train
| First train | 00:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:35 | |
| Departure station | Vienna Hbf | |
| Arrival station | Heidelberg | |
| Journey time | From 8h 13m | |
| Distance | 360 miles (580 km) | |
| Frequency | 34 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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FAQs about the train journey from Vienna Hbf to Heidelberg
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ÖBB trains from Vienna Hbf to Heidelberg
ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
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- Railjet /
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- Trains in Austria
Cheap train tickets from Vienna Hbf to Heidelberg
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Vienna Hbf to Heidelberg by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.