Festive French seats are live for travel between Dec 14 to early Jan* – book in advance to save! Ho, ho, gooo…

Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Zoetermeer to Heidelberg

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

Eurostar
SNCF

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

What customers say about Trainline

Read real reviews from real users

Trustpilot
  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Zoetermeer to Heidelberg

About the train journey from Zoetermeer to Heidelberg

Want to travel from Zoetermeer to Heidelberg by train? Start your journey with us.

The train from Zoetermeer to Heidelberg usually takes 7 hours 13 minutes on average to travel 258 miles (416 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 6 minutes. You can expect to find 44 trains per day running on this popular route. As there aren’t any direct services running between Zoetermeer and Heidelberg, you’ll need to make 2 changes on your way to Heidelberg.

To help you get the best train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Zoetermeer to Heidelberg in our Journey Planner. Just remember, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Heidelberg, including FAQs, timetables with first and last train times and tips on booking cheap train tickets. If you’re ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.

Trains to Heidelberg from Zoetermeer

First train

05:55

Last train

23:58

Departure stationZoetermeer
Arrival stationHeidelberg
Journey time

From 5h 6m

Distance

258 miles (416 km)

Frequency

44 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Zoetermeer to Heidelberg?

Want to know more about your journey from Zoetermeer to Heidelberg? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Heidelberg from Zoetermeer?

To travel to Heidelberg from Zoetermeer, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 7 hours and 13 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 5 hours and 6 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Zoetermeer to Heidelberg?

Trains from Zoetermeer to Heidelberg take an average of 7 hours and 13 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours and 6 minutes. You'll usually find 44 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Zoetermeer and Heidelberg by train?

The quickest journey time between Zoetermeer and Heidelberg by train is 5 hours and 6 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Zoetermeer to Heidelberg?

No, there are no direct trains running from Zoetermeer to Heidelberg, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

What are the train times from Zoetermeer to Heidelberg?

Check out the next trains departing from Zoetermeer to Heidelberg for Tuesday 7th October 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
11:0517:456h 40m, 6 changes
11:2517:456h 20m, 7 changes
11:5518:166h 21m, 5 changes
12:5518:455h 50m, 3 changes
12:5519:136h 18m, 2 changes
13:0519:466h 41m, 6 changes
13:2519:466h 21m, 7 changes
13:5520:236h 28m, 5 changes
14:5520:545h 59m, 3 changes
14:5521:096h 14m, 2 changes

How do I find cheap train tickets from Zoetermeer to Heidelberg?

If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.

1. Book in advance

The price of train tickets from Zoetermeer to Heidelberg starts at § one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Most train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months ahead of time, so if you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find cheaper tickets.

2. Be flexible with your travel times

If you can, consider travelling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as many train companies increase their ticket prices during these commuter times.

3. Buy a rail pass

If you're visiting multiple locations on your trip, buying a rail pass can be cheaper than buying individual tickets. We're official retailers of Interrail Passes that are valid for travel within one country or multiple countries across Europe.

4. Choose a slower or connecting train

On some busier routes, you might have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have some extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare.

5. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts

Many train companies in Europe will often run sales on tickets throughout the year or offer discounts to senior/youth/group travellers, so keep an eye out!

6. Take a night train

Save on accommodation and use the night to travel by sleeper train to your next destination.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

§Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link