What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Heilbronn?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Heilbronn is to rideshare which costs €15 - €19 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Heilbronn?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Heilbronn is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs €45 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Heilbronn?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Heilbronn station. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Heilbronn central train station via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Heilbronn?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Heilbronn. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Cologne to Heilbronn?

The distance between Cologne and Heilbronn is 325 km. The road distance is 314.4 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Heilbronn without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Heilbronn without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs €60 - €200.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Heilbronn?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Cologne to Heilbronn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Heilbronn bus from?

Cologne to Heilbronn bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Köln station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Heilbronn train from?

Cologne to Heilbronn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Heilbronn?

The best way to get from Cologne to Heilbronn is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs €60 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Cologne to Heilbronn bus arrive?

Cologne to Heilbronn bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB station.

Where does the Cologne to Heilbronn train arrive?

Cologne to Heilbronn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Heilbronn?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Heilbronn is 314 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Cologne to Heilbronn.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Heilbronn?

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Where can I stay near Heilbronn?

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Can I share a ride from Cologne to Heilbronn?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Heilbronn. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 7 ways to get from Cologne to Heilbronn by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Heilbronn Hauptbahnhoftrain RE10b / ...
3h 17m
€62–198
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Heilbronnrideshare 313.7 km
3h 21m
€15–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOBbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Heilbronn central train stationbus N965 / ...
5h 43m
€35–44
Drive 314.4 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Heilbronncar 314.4 km
2h 41m
€46–66
Fly, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane CGN - STR
2. Take the train from Stuttgart Hbf to Heilbronn Hbftrain
5h 48m
€125–338
Train via Köln Hbf
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Heilbronn Hauptbahnhoftrain RE10b / ...
3h 26m
€46–199
Train via Mainz
1. Take the train from Köln West Bf to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Ludwigshafen, Mittetrain S5 / ...
3. Take the train from Ludwigshafen, Mitte to Neckarelz, Bahnhoftrain S2 / ...
7h 3m
€62–94

Cologne to Heilbronn by train

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Distance: 324.6 km
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Heilbronn, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln to Heilbronn central train station via Frankfurt central train station in around 5h 43m.

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