The average train between Erlangen and Heidelberg University takes 4h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Erlangen 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.
Trains run hourly between Erlangen and Heidelberg University. The earliest departure is at 4:43 AM at night, and the last departure from Erlangen is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Heidelberg University at 8:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Nürnberg Hbf and take an average of 4h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 53m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Erlangen to Heidelberg University? 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 Erlangen to Heidelberg University. However, there are services departing from Nuernberg Hbf station and arriving at Heidelberg, Altstadt station via Wuerzburg Hbf station and Osterburken station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.
Erlangen to Heidelberg University train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Nuernberg Hbf station.
Erlangen to Heidelberg University train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Heidelberg, Altstadt station.
The distance between Erlangen and Heidelberg University is 167.4 km. The road distance is 213 km.
You can take a train from Erlangen to Heidelberg University via Nürnberg Hbf, Nuernberg Hbf, Wuerzburg Hbf, Osterburken, Bahnhof, and Heidelberg, Altstadt in around 4h 37m.