The average train between Mainz and Heidelberg takes 53 min and the fastest train takes 52 min. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz to Heidelberg. 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 4 hours between Mainz and Heidelberg. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mainz is at 8:42 PM which arrives into Heidelberg at 9:34 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 53 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mainz station and arriving at Heidelberg station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 53 min.
Mainz to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.
Mainz to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Mainz to Heidelberg train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Süwex.
The distance between Mainz and Heidelberg is 70.6 km. The road distance is 87 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €17–40 and the journey takes 52 min. Süwex also services this route 5 times a week.