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Trip Summary
30 trains operate daily from Schweinfurt to Helmstedt. The train trip from Schweinfurt to Helmstedt is usually about 5 hours and 22 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 11 minutes.
| Distance | 154 mi (249 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 11m |
| Lowest price | US$25.80 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Schweinfurt to Helmstedt?
Deutsche Bahn is the one and only train line which connects Schweinfurt to Helmstedt. However, there are 30 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 30 | 5h 23m | US$73.39 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Schweinfurt and Helmstedt is approximately 154 miles, or 249 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 22 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 11 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Schweinfurt to Helmstedt. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Wednesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Schweinfurt at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 30 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Helmstedt to Schweinfurt.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Schweinfurt?
Main departure station: Schweinfurt Mitte
Schweinfurt has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Helmstedt.
All train stations in Schweinfurt:
Schweinfurt Mitte
Schweinfurt Stadt
Train Station
Where is the train station in Helmstedt?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Helmstedt has one train station.
Train stations in Helmstedt:
Train Station
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