The average train between Dresden Hbf and Heidelberg takes 6h 52m and the fastest train takes 5h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Dresden Hbf and Heidelberg. The earliest departure is at 1:38 AM at night, and the last departure from Dresden Hbf is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Heidelberg at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Leipzig Hbf and take an average of 6h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 37m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Dresden Hbf station and arriving at Heidelberg station via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.
Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg train services, operated by LEO Express, depart from Dresden Hauptbahnhof station.
Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg train services, operated by LEO Express, arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Dresden Hbf to Heidelberg train tickets online with LEO Express, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dresden Hbf and Heidelberg is 401.9 km. The road distance is 585 km.
You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Leipzig Hbf, Erfurt Hbf, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 6h 11m.