The average train between Heidelberg and Altena takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Heidelberg to Altena. 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 3 hours between Heidelberg and Altena. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Heidelberg is at 8:13 PM which arrives into Altena at 11:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 54m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Heidelberg to Altena? 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 Heidelberg to Altena. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg station and arriving at Altena station via Hagen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.
Heidelberg to Altena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.
Heidelberg to Altena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Hagen Hbf station.
The distance between Heidelberg and Altena is 221.9 km. The road distance is 359 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Hagen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €55–220 and the journey takes 2h 24m.