The average train between Heidelberg and Leverkusen takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Heidelberg to Leverkusen. 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 Leverkusen. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Heidelberg is at 9:13 PM which arrives into Leverkusen at 11:56 PM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Heidelberg to Leverkusen? 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 Leverkusen. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg station and arriving at Leverkusen station via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.
Heidelberg to Leverkusen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.
Heidelberg to Leverkusen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Book your Heidelberg to Leverkusen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and National Express.
The distance between Heidelberg and Leverkusen is 217.5 km. The road distance is 268 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf hourly. Tickets cost €40–190 and the journey takes 1h 22m.