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Trip Summary
There are 42 daily trains from Kaiserslautern to Heilbronn. Traveling by train from Kaiserslautern to Heilbronn usually takes around 2 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 2 hours and 12 minutes.
Distance | 69 mi (111 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 12m |
Lowest price | £16.39 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 5 |
Which train should you take from Kaiserslautern to Heilbronn?
There are 5 train lines with service from Kaiserslautern to Heilbronn. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 38 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Eurocity | 1 | 2h 24m | £25.87 |
DB Intercity | 4 | 2h 44m | £28.26 |
DB Intercity-Express | 2 | 2h 25m | £25.03 |
Deutsche Bahn | 38 | 2h 53m | £27.11 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 6 | 3h 55m | £21.44 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Kaiserslautern to Heilbronn start from £18, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Heilbronn. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Kaiserslautern leaves from Train Station and 3 other stations. And in Heilbronn trains arrive at Train Station .
From Kaiserslautern to Heilbronn train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 55 minutes. If you are looking to get to Heilbronn faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 12 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 8 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Heilbronn.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Kaiserslautern to Heilbronn on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Kaiserslautern at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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 42 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 Heilbronn to Kaiserslautern.
City Information
Kaiserslautern
Kaiserslautern is a historic city in Germany whose founding dates to the 9th century. The area hosted a hunting retreat for Holy Roman Emperor Frederick Barbarossa in the 12th century. It is now one of the country's cultural centres, filled with artistic, historical, and outdoorsy attractions.
History fans will love visiting the remains of two medieval castles in Kaiserslautern: the Burg Hohenecken and Nanstein Castle, a bit further out of town. Another popular spot to visit is the city's Japanese garden, complete with a teahouse and koi ponds. The Gartenschau Kaiserslautern is another park, and it appeals especially to kids with its inventive playgrounds and enormous dinosaur models. Finally, the nearby Palatinate Forest offers gorgeous scenery along its many hiking paths.
Kaiserslautern is located between Frankfurt and Germany's border with France, so even though it is not a major metropolis, it is easy to travel to Kaiserslautern. Over 30 intercity coach routes arrive daily in the city, operated by FlixBus, Sindbad, and Union Ivkoni. You can also travel by train, thanks to Deutsche Bahn's connections to many cities throughout Europe.
Heilbronn
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Heilbronn is a scenic city in the northern Baden-Württemberg region of Germany. Boasting a robust wine industry and many interesting local landmarks, the city is a great stop to enjoy when in Germany. One of the most popular local attractions is the local Rathaus, or City Hall, which features a large golden clock.
Head just outside the city to discover some of Heilbronn's best vineyards. Weingut Drautz, Albrecht-Kiessling Weingut, and Weingut Kistenmacher & Hengerer are located on the hills east of the city, and offer gorgeous, sweeping views of hillsides, valleys, and Heilbronn below. Pfühlpark is also in the area east of the city, a large park that offers excellent walking trails and even the famous Trappensee: a small lake with a castle built on it.
Heilbronn is connected to Germany's Deutsche Bahn train network, so you can easily reach the city from Munich, Berlin, Essen, or other major cities. Intercity coach transportation also offers affordable travel to Heilbronn, with options including FlixBus and Sindbad.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kaiserslautern?
Main departure station: Train Station
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 8 stops and stations in Kaiserslautern where you can board the train.
All train stations in Kaiserslautern:
Train Station
Einsiedlerhof
Vogelweh
Kennelgarten
K3
Kaiserslautern West
Galgenschanze
Kaiserslautern Pfaffwerk
Where is the train station in Heilbronn?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Heilbronn has one train station.
Train stations in Heilbronn:
Train Station
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