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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Heilbronn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, while a flight costs an average of £347.
Distance: 541 km
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £347 Average Price | £71 Average Price | £108 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 23m Average total duration 9h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 42m Average total duration 12h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Bologna to Heilbronn, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Heilbronn:
A train is £50 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bologna to Heilbronn costing on average £71.
A train is £326 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Heilbronn costing on average £347.
Other travel options to Heilbronn take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 23m.
Coach takes on average 12h 42m.
Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £108 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £87. The journey takes 9h 53m versus 8h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Heilbronn from Bologna by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Bologna to Heilbronn is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Heilbronn are Stuttgart, Heidelberg, Mannheim, Karlsruhe and Würzburg. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Heilbronn on Omio.
Stuttgart is known for its car-making heritage, vineyard-covered hills and spacious parks. It mixes major museums and elegant squares with a strong cultural life and a distinctly Swabian character.
Heidelberg is a historic university city on the River Neckar, known for its baroque Altstadt and Heidelberg Castle. A large student population keeps the city lively, while riverside views and the Philosophenweg reflect its Romantic past.
Mannheim is known for its grid-plan centre, industrial heritage and confident cultural life. The Baroque palace, the Wasserturm and a strong music scene give the city a practical yet distinctive character.
Karlsruhe is known for its fan-shaped plan centred on the palace and for its role in German law. Broad streets, green spaces and a strong student and tech scene give the city a calm, orderly character.
Würzburg is a Franconian city on the Main known for the Residenz, Baroque streets and local wine. Its compact centre and hilltop Marienberg Fortress give it a historic yet youthful feel.
Travel to Heilbronn easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bologna to Heilbronn.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Heilbronn:
A train is £50 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bologna to Heilbronn costing on average £71.
A train is £326 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Heilbronn costing on average £347.
Other travel options to Heilbronn take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 23m.
Coach takes on average 12h 42m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Heilbronn as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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