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Trip Summary
You can pick from 26 daily train trips between Heilbronn and Pilsen. The average train journey from Heilbronn to Pilsen takes 7 hours and 3 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train trips are as short as 5 hours and 41 minutes.
Distance | 191 mi (308 km) |
Fastest train | 5h 41m |
Lowest price | $40.21 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Heilbronn to Pilsen?
2 train services operate from Heilbronn to Pilsen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 20 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 6 | 6h 21m | $71.98 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 20 | 7h 13m | $75.53 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Heilbronn to Pilsen start from $40, and on average cost . Daily there are 20 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Pilsen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Heilbronn leaves from Heilbronn Kaufland and 5 other stations. And in Pilsen trains arrive at Plzen hl.n. .
From Heilbronn to Pilsen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 13 minutes. If you are looking to get to Pilsen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 41 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Heilbronn and Pilsen is approximately 191 miles, or 308 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 3 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 41 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Heilbronn to Pilsen on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Heilbronn at 12:00am 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 26 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 Pilsen to Heilbronn.
City Information
Heilbronn
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Image credit: Pixabay
Image credit: Pixabay
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 bus transportation also offers affordable travel to Heilbronn, with options including FlixBus and Sindbad.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Heilbronn?
Main departure station: Train Station
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Heilbronn where you can board the train.
All train stations in Heilbronn:
Train Station
Heilbronn Trappensee
Böckingen West
Heilbronn Pfühlpark
Heilbronn Kaufland
Heilbronn Hans-Rießer-Straße
Where is the train station in Pilsen?
Main arrival station: Plzen hl.n.
Pilsen has one train station.
All train stations in Pilsen:
Plzen hl.n.
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