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Museum der Universität Tübingen MUT
University museum in the castle with archaeology, ancient art and finds from the region, plus memorable city views.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
8 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
13 m
Trains on 19 Sept
10
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reutlingen to Tübingen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reutlingen to Tübingen will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 10 trains from Reutlingen to Tübingen, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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22755Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reutlingen to Tübingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, while a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 12 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Reutlingen to Tübingen:
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reutlingen to Tübingen costing on average £26.
Other travel options to Tübingen take longer:
Coach takes on average 22m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (12m by train vs 16m by car). Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB), DB Regio Stuttgart.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Reutlingen to Tübingen trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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22745 | 7:59 Reutlingen Central | 0h19 | 8:18 Tübingen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
22745 | 8:01 Reutlingen West | 0h17 | 8:18 Tübingen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
19211 | 8:14 Reutlingen Central | 0h10 | 8:24 Tübingen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
22751 | 8:29 Reutlingen Central | 0h19 | 8:48 Tübingen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
22751 | 8:31 Reutlingen West | 0h17 | 8:48 Tübingen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
19351 | 8:42 Reutlingen Central | 0h11 | 8:53 Tübingen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
3253 | 8:50 Reutlingen Central | 0h08 | 8:58 Tübingen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
22755 | 9:01 Reutlingen West | 0h17 | 9:18 Tübingen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
22759 | 9:31 Reutlingen West | 0h17 | 9:48 Tübingen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
22763 | 10:01 Reutlingen West | 0h17 | 10:18 Tübingen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Reutlingen to Tübingen run on average 14 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 10m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:44 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Tübingen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tübingen trip today.
University museum in the castle with archaeology, ancient art and finds from the region, plus memorable city views.
Museum in the poet’s former residence, presenting Hölderlin’s life, manuscripts and the history of his years in Tübingen.
Compact museum on Tübingen’s city history, with models and objects that help explain the old town and university setting.
Historic market square framed by colourful timber-framed buildings, the town hall and outdoor seating; ideal for soaking up the old town.
Tree-lined island promenade on the Neckar opposite the old town, popular for walks, river views and classic punting scenes.
Steep vineyard path and viewpoint below the castle, rewarding walkers with one of the finest panoramas across roofs, towers and river.
Swabian pasta parcels filled with minced meat, spinach and bread. A regional classic strongly associated with Swabia and widely loved in Tübingen.
Soft egg noodles usually served with lentils and sausages. This hearty Swabian everyday dish is a staple across the Tübingen area.
Pan-fried noodles made from Spätzle with cheese and onions. A comforting Swabian speciality found in inns across the region.
Well-known old-town venue serving Swabian and German dishes with a rustic interior and long local following.
Historic traditional restaurant known for Swabian classics and a cosy old-town atmosphere by the Neckar.
Popular brewery restaurant for local beer and hearty regional food in a lively, casual setting near the centre.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and student-friendly eats help keep visitor costs reasonable.
Service is usually included, but it is normal to round up or add 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Tübingen Hbf -> Marktplatz Tübingen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reutlingen to Tübingen 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 Tübingen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Reutlingen to Tübingen trains use the Reutlingen Hbf to Tübingen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Tübingen-Lustnau. Use this guide to compare Reutlingen and Tübingen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Reutlingen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Oishii, Subway, Burger King, Kurkuma
Wi-Fi is available at Reutlingen Hbf. ATMs are available at Reutlingen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Reutlingen Hbf. Information desks are available at Reutlingen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Reutlingen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Reutlingen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Reutlingen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Reutlingen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Arthotel ANA Elements, Württemberger Hof, Die günstige Hotelalternative, Garni Kurtz.
Reutlingen West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Kurkuma, Linie 1, Alexandre
Wi-Fi is available at Reutlingen West. ATMs are available at Reutlingen West.
Ticket office support is available at Reutlingen West. Information desks are available at Reutlingen West.
Luggage storage is available at Reutlingen West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Reutlingen West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Reutlingen West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Reutlingen West.
Nearby hotels include Arthotel ANA Elements, Württemberger Hof, Die günstige Hotelalternative, Garni Kurtz.
Reutlingen-Betzingen is 2 km from Reutlingen city centre. Public transport options include:
Reutlingen-Betzingen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Hoang Tien China-Thai-Restaurant, Zur Terez, Kebap Haus, Pizza Sole
Wi-Fi is available at Reutlingen-Betzingen. ATMs are available at Reutlingen-Betzingen.
Ticket office support is available at Reutlingen-Betzingen. Information desks are available at Reutlingen-Betzingen.
Luggage storage is available at Reutlingen-Betzingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Reutlingen-Betzingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Reutlingen-Betzingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Reutlingen-Betzingen.
Tübingen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Binder, China-/Thai-Restaurant Dynastie, Kalender Falafel, Bar & Ristorante La Torre
Wi-Fi is available at Tübingen Hbf. ATMs are available at Tübingen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Tübingen Hbf. Information desks are available at Tübingen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Tübingen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tübingen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tübingen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tübingen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include City-Hotel, Krone, Hotel am Schloss, Metropol garni.
Tübingen-Lustnau is 3 km from Tübingen city centre. Public transport options include:
Tübingen-Lustnau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Gasthaus Waldhorn, Samphat Thai, Juegos de Bochas, Viertel Vor
Wi-Fi is available at Tübingen-Lustnau. ATMs are available at Tübingen-Lustnau.
Ticket office support is available at Tübingen-Lustnau. Information desks are available at Tübingen-Lustnau.
Luggage storage is available at Tübingen-Lustnau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tübingen-Lustnau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tübingen-Lustnau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tübingen-Lustnau.
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