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The average train between Heidelberg and Altena takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. There is a train service every few hours 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.

4h 3m
Duration
359 km
Distance
€86
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Hagen Hbftrain train 42 / ...
4h 9m
€63–155

Heidelberg to Altena train times

Trains run hourly between Heidelberg and Altena. The earliest departure is at 3:43 AM at night, and the last departure from Heidelberg is at 9:13 PM which arrives into Altena at 4:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)VIAS Rail GmbH3h 54m • 2 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)VIAS Rail GmbH3h 54m • 2 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)VIAS Rail GmbH3h 57m • 2 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)VIAS Rail GmbH3h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)VIAS Rail GmbH4h 24m • 2 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)VIAS Rail GmbH4h 5m • 2 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)VIAS Rail GmbH3h 54m • 2 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)VIAS Rail GmbH3h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)VIAS Rail GmbH4h 24m • 2 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)VIAS Rail GmbH4h 5m • 2 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)VIAS Rail GmbH3h 54m • 2 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)VIAS Rail GmbH3h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)VIAS Rail GmbH4h 24m • 2 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)VIAS Rail GmbH4h 5m • 2 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)VIAS Rail GmbH3h 54m • 2 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)VIAS Rail GmbH3h 54m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 358.6 km
  • Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Heidelberg, Germany and Altena, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Hagen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €55–120 and the journey takes 2h 24m.

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