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Compare train and bus for Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 131 km
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€27 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 1:32 AM
Last updated at 1:32 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 8:50 AM Villingen-Schwenningen | 3h32 | 12:22 PM Heilbronn | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn
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Trains from Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
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
Bus from €18
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 23:57 |
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
Bus from €18
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Villingen-Schwenningen and Heilbronn from €18. 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
3h 32m
Cheapest Price
€27
Deutsche Bahn frequency
14 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
FAQs: Trains from Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn
FAQs: Travel by train from Villingen-Schwenningen 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 Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn.
Cheap train tickets from Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn can start from as little as €27 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn is €27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn train time is 3 h 7 min covering the 131 km long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn leaves at 04: 52. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn leaves at 22: 30.
There are 8 trains a day from Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn train with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey between Villingen-Schwenningen and Heilbronn as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 30.
A trip to Heilbronn from Villingen-Schwenningen is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 7 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Heilbronn from Villingen-Schwenningen including taking a coach or train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn
Villingen-Schwenningen
Heilbronn
The major train station for departures in Villingen-Schwenningen is Villingen(Schwarzw). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Villingen(Schwarzw) for your trip from Villingen-Schwenningen to Heilbronn.
Villingen(Schwarzw)
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 07:15 13:45 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 09:15 13:45 - 13:00 18:00
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Cafe im Franziskaner
- Dammert
- Cafe Bäckerei Geiger
- Diegner
Hotel
- Diegner
- Hotel Bären
- Parkhotel
- Hotel Romäus
Schwenningen(Neckar)
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Da Vinci
- Neckarquelle
- Thai-Eu
- Stern Imbiss
Hotel
- Hotel Allee
- B&B Hotel
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 Villingen-Schwenningen.
Heilbronn Hbf
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, Bahnhofsvorplatz
Amenities at train station
Accessibilityinformation
Most popular trains to and from Heilbronn and Villingen-Schwenningen
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