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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Heilbronn
Showing times and prices for 03 Jun
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
257 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Heilbronn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Heilbronn will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Fast trains
To travel from Cologne to Heilbronn you need to make at least one change.
IC 1940 · 192738:534h56Cologne Hbf13:49Heilbronn Hbf£271One-way1 change- ICE 1640 · 1925118:534h07Cologne Hbf23:00Heilbronn Hbf£431One-way1 change
- IC 60403 · S423:536h11Cologne Hbf6:04Heilbronn Bahnhofsvorplatz£431One-way1 change
- IC 1946 · 1924514:534h56Cologne Hbf19:49Heilbronn Hbf£461One-way1 change
- IC 1948 · S2 · 1924916:534h56Cologne Hbf21:49Heilbronn Hbf£501One-way2 changes
- ICE 103 · 192698:542h55Cologne Hbf11:49Heilbronn Hbf£651One-way1 change
- ICE 105 · 1927310:542h55Cologne Hbf13:49Heilbronn Hbf£841One-way1 change
- ICE 107 · 1927712:542h55Cologne Hbf15:49Heilbronn Hbf£721One-way1 change
- ICE 201 · 1924516:542h55Cologne Hbf19:49Heilbronn Hbf£971One-way1 change
- ICE 919 · 1932213:302h56Cologne Messe/Deutz16:26Heilbronn Hbf£1121One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Heilbronn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Heilbronn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £138.
Distance: 257 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£64 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £346 Average Price |
4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Heilbronn train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Heilbronn trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 1940 · 19273 | On time 8:53 Cologne Hbf | 4h56 | 13:49 Heilbronn Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 103 · 19269 | Delayed 7:02 8:54Cologne Hbf | 2h55 | 11:49 Heilbronn Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 915 · 19068 | On time 9:31 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h16 | 12:47 Heilbronn Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1225 · ICE 225 · 19072 | On time 9:53 Cologne Hbf | 4h54 | 14:47 Heilbronn Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 515 · 19271 | Delayed 8:00 9:54Cologne Hbf | 2h57 | 12:51 Heilbronn Hbf | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Heilbronn
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Trains from Cologne to Heilbronn run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 257 km distance in 2h 55m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17
Distance 257 km |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Cologne to Heilbronn trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Cologne and Heilbronn from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
£37
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
£69
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
16 a day
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 58m
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Cologne to Heilbronn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Heilbronn by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Heilbronn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Cologne to Heilbronn can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £37, while the average price tends to be around £64.
The train journey from Cologne to Heilbronn covers a distance of 257 km and takes approximately 2h 55m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Cologne to Heilbronn is 257 km.
The first train from Cologne to Heilbronn leaves at 0:10.
The last train from Cologne to Heilbronn departs at 23:57.
Trains from Cologne to Heilbronn run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cologne to Heilbronn.
To get from Cologne to Heilbronn, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Cologne to Heilbronn.
The train station in Cologne that goes to Heilbronn is Cologne Hbf, and it arrives at Heilbronn Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Heilbronn is by coach, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from Cologne to Heilbronn in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cologne to Heilbronn offers varied scenery, featuring the picturesque Rhine Valley with its vineyards and castles, as well as the rolling hills and forests of the Swabian region, making it a visually appealing route.
A day trip from Cologne to Heilbronn is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 55m. However, trains run frequently with a frequency of 8 per day. The distance is 257 km.
Two to three days are recommended to explore Heilbronn, allowing time to visit attractions like the Experimenta Science Centre, the historic city centre, and the surrounding vineyards.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne to Heilbronn.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Heilbronn
Cologne
Heilbronn
The major train station for departures in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your trip from Cologne to Heilbronn.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Köln Messe/Deutz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
Hotel
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
Köln/Bonn Flughafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
The major train station for arrivals in Heilbronn is Heilbronn Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Heilbronn Hbf for your journey to Heilbronn from Cologne.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:30 - 15:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 16:00
Dining
- YEDO Heilbronn
- Mythos
- Vinum
- Ratskeller
Hotel
- Ibis
- Hotel Central
- Hotel TraumRaum
- Insel-Hotel
Heilbronn Friedensplatz
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike Parkinginformation
Heilbronn, Bahnhofsvorplatz
Amenities at train station
Accessibilityinformation
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