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Trip Overview

The average train between Cologne and Heidelberg University takes 2h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Heidelberg University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 30m
Duration
261 km
Distance
€52
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Cologne to Heidelberg University train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Cologne and Heidelberg University. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Heidelberg University at 10:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 35m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 22m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 21m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 54m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 22m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 21m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 54m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 22m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 21m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 54m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 34m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH3h 7m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 35m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 22m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 21m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 54m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 22m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 21m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 54m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 22m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 21m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 54m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)RNV Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH2h 22m • 1 change
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  • Distance: 260.8 km
  • Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Heidelberg University, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–85 and the journey takes 2h 41m.

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