The average train between Leipzig and Heilbronn takes 4h 58m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig to Heilbronn. 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 3 times a day between Leipzig and Heilbronn. The earliest departure is at 1:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 5:53 PM which arrives into Heilbronn at 10:11 PM. All services require a transfer at Bamberg and take an average of 4h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 16m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Leipzig to Heilbronn? 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 Leipzig to Heilbronn. However, there are services departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Heilbronn station via Bamberg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.
Leipzig to Heilbronn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Heilbronn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Leipzig to Heilbronn train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH.
The distance between Leipzig and Heilbronn is 331.7 km. The road distance is 470 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof via Bamberg and Würzburg Hbf in around 4h 33m.