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

The cheapest way to get from Ulm to Heilbronn is to rideshare which costs €7 - €11 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ulm to Heilbronn is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €17 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Ulm and Heilbronn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ulm and arriving at Heilbronn central train station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Ulm and Heilbronn?

No, there is no direct train from Ulm to Heilbronn. However, there are services departing from Ulm Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof via Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Ulm to Heilbronn?

The distance between Ulm and Heilbronn is 141 km. The road distance is 122.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulm to Heilbronn without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €17 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Ulm to Heilbronn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Heilbronn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ulm to Heilbronn train from?

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

Train or bus from Ulm to Heilbronn?

The best way to get from Ulm to Heilbronn is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €17 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €19 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Ulm to Heilbronn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ulm to Heilbronn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ulm to Heilbronn?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulm to Heilbronn is 122 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Ulm to Heilbronn.

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

Book your Ulm to Heilbronn train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Heilbronn?

There are 769+ hotels available in Heilbronn.

Can I share a ride from Ulm to Heilbronn?

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

Ulm to Heilbronn - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Ulm to Heilbronn by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain 42 / ...
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Heilbronn Hauptbahnhoftrain Mex12 / ...
1h 45m
€18–106
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Ulm to Heilbronnrideshare 123.5 km
1h 59m
€7–11
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain 42 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hauptbf to Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof/Busbahnhofbus Re8e / ...
2h 32m
€17–82
Train via Esslingen
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Plochingentrain Re5 / ...
2. Take the train from Plochingen to Heilbronn Hauptbahnhoftrain Mex12 / ...
2h 19m
€23–112
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ulm to Heilbronn central train stationbus N965 / ...
2h 50m
€12–19
Drive 122.4 km
1. Drive from Ulm to Heilbronncar 122.4 km
2h 3m
€18–26

Ulm to Heilbronn by train

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Distance: 140.7 km
Duration: 1h 45m

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

You can take a train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof via Hauptbahnhof in around 1h 45m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ulm to Heilbronn central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €12–19 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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