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What is the best way to travel from Cologne to Heilbronn?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Carpool to Heilbronn from Cologne. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest, while Carpool is the fastest way on this route
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Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
3h 4m
£19
£29
78
Car
3h 0m
£20
£22
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What is the cheapest way to reach Heilbronn from Cologne?

You can reach Heilbronn with just £19 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from £19
Monday
Tuesday

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 40m
    0
    03:09
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    07:49
    Heilbronn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 24m
    0
    06:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    11:49
    Heilbronn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £30
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 4m
    0
    06:45
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    09:49
    Heilbronn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £30
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 59m
    0
    05:23
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    09:22
    Heilbronn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 21m
    0
    21:40
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    01:01
    Heilbronn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33

    • Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 0m
    0
    13:30
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    16:30
    Heilbronn
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £20
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 27m
    0
    14:20
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    17:55
    Heilbronn
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £22
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 57m
    0
    13:50
    Cologne
    17:55
    Heilbronn
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £24

What are the fastest trips from Cologne to Heilbronn?

You can get to Heilbronn from Cologne in just 3h 0m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from 3h 0m
Monday
Tuesday

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 0m
    0
    13:30
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    16:30
    Heilbronn
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £20
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 27m
    0
    14:20
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    17:55
    Heilbronn
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £22
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 57m
    0
    13:50
    Cologne
    17:55
    Heilbronn
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £24

    • Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 4m
    0
    06:45
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    09:49
    Heilbronn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £30
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 21m
    0
    21:40
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    01:01
    Heilbronn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 59m
    0
    05:23
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    09:22
    Heilbronn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 40m
    0
    03:09
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    07:49
    Heilbronn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 24m
    0
    06:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    11:49
    Heilbronn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £30
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Cologne to Heilbronn

What are the most popular stations in Cologne and Heilbronn?

In Cologne, you will usually depart from Central Station, Messe/Deutz Train Station or Central Bus Station, while in Heilbronn you will be arriving at Central Station, Neckarsulm Train Station or Rathaus Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Heilbronn from Cologne? With 9 connections between 2 Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cologne and Heilbronn, you can pay as low as £19 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Heilbronn in just 3h 0m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cologne and Heilbronn are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Cologne and Heilbronn is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Huerth or to Weinsberg, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Cologne to Heilbronn?

The most popular companies between Cologne and Heilbronn, are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Cologne to Heilbronn

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cologne to Heilbronn. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Cologne to Heilbronn

How can I reach Heilbronn from Cologne?

Every day, there are on average 9 connections between Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Heilbronn from Cologne.

How far is Heilbronn from Cologne?

The distance between Cologne and Heilbronn is 256.2 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cologne and Heilbronn?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 44 kgs, and a flight 63 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cologne to Heilbronn?

You can get to Heilbronn with just £19 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Heilbronn in just 3h 0m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Cologne and to Heilbronn

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cologne and to Heilbronn. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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