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Taking the train from Vienna Hbf to Heidelberg in 7 hours 16 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Vienna Hbf to Heidelberg? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 8 hours 34 minutes to travel the 360 miles (580 km) from Vienna Hbf to Heidelberg by train, although you can get there in as little as 7 hours 16 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 30 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.
Trains to Heidelberg from Vienna Hbf
| First train | 05:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:35 | |
| Departure station | Vienna Hbf | |
| Arrival station | Heidelberg | |
| Journey time | From 7h 16m | |
| Distance | 360 miles (580 km) | |
| Frequency | 30 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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What do people frequently ask 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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- ÖBB /
- Railjet /
- Nightjet /
- Trains in Austria
How do I find cheap train tickets from Vienna Hbf 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
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts
6. Take a night train
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.