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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Heilbronn is to rideshare which costs €18 - €23 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Heilbronn is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Heilbronn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dortmund central bus station station and arriving at Heilbronn central train station station. Services depart six times a week, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Heilbronn?

No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Heilbronn. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Heilbronn?

The distance between Dortmund and Heilbronn is 421 km. The road distance is 367.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Heilbronn without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs €50 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Dortmund to Heilbronn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Heilbronn bus from?

Dortmund to Heilbronn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dortmund central bus station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Heilbronn train from?

Dortmund to Heilbronn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dortmund to Heilbronn?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Heilbronn is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs €50 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Dortmund to Heilbronn bus arrive?

Dortmund to Heilbronn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heilbronn central train station.

Where does the Dortmund to Heilbronn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dortmund to Heilbronn?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Heilbronn is 367 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Dortmund to Heilbronn.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dortmund to Heilbronn?

Book your Dortmund to Heilbronn bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Heilbronn?

There are 787+ hotels available in Heilbronn.

Can I share a ride from Dortmund to Heilbronn?

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

Dortmund to Heilbronn - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Dortmund to Heilbronn by train, bus, night train, car, rideshare, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Heilbronn Hauptbahnhoftrain RE10b / ...
4h 44m
€53–280
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dortmund to Heilbronnrideshare 365.7 km
4h 3m
€18–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Heilbronn central train stationbus N116 / ...
6h 35m
€30–55
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Dortmund Hbf to Wuerzburg Hbfnighttrain Nj
2. Take the train from Wuerzburg Hbf to Heilbronn Hbftrain Re
6h 23m
€48–135
Drive 367.4 km
1. Drive from Dortmund to Heilbronncar 367.4 km
3h 11m
€53–76
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane DUS - STR
3. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Heilbronn Hauptbahnhoftrain
6h 20m
€149–424

Dortmund to Heilbronn by train

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Distance: 420.7 km
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Heilbronn central train station 6 times a week. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 6h 35m.

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