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Heilbronn to Esslingen train

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Heilbronn - Esslingen Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Heilbronn and Esslingen. The average train journey from Heilbronn to Esslingen takes one hour and 5 minutes, but some DB Intercity train trips are as short as one hour and one minute.

Distance28 mi (45 km)
Fastest train1h 1m
Lowest price$17.94
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Heilbronn to Esslingen?

2 train services operate from Heilbronn to Esslingen am Neckar. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
DB Intercity11h 1m$17.94
Deutsche Bahn11h 8m$17.94
  • 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.

  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Heilbronn and Esslingen is approximately 28 miles, or 45 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 5 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour and 1 minute. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Heilbronn to Esslingen. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Heilbronn at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Trains leave the station in Heilbronn twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Esslingen to Heilbronn.

City Information

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 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

There is one train station in Heilbronn.

All train stations in Heilbronn:

  • Train Station

Where is the train station in Esslingen?

Main arrival station: Esslingen-Mettingen

Esslingen receives travelers from Heilbronn at its two active train stations.

All train stations in Esslingen:

  • Esslingen-Mettingen

  • Esslingen(Neckar)

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