The average train between Heidelberg and Gifhorn takes 6h 34m and the fastest train takes 5h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Heidelberg to Gifhorn. 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 4 times a day between Heidelberg and Gifhorn. The earliest departure is at 7:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Heidelberg is at 7:18 PM which arrives into Gifhorn at 12:42 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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10h 24m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Heidelberg to Gifhorn? 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 Gifhorn. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg station and arriving at Gifhorn station via Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.
Heidelberg to Gifhorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station.
Heidelberg to Gifhorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Heidelberg to Gifhorn train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Erixx.
The distance between Heidelberg and Gifhorn is 365.4 km. The road distance is 470 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €75–270 and the journey takes 3h 42m.