Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Trip Summary
You can pick from 133 daily train trips between Zeitz and Heilbronn. The average train journey from Zeitz to Heilbronn takes 6 hours and 58 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 5 hours and 17 minutes.
| Distance | 185 mi (297 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 17m |
| Lowest price | $24.21 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Zeitz to Heilbronn?
There are 3 train lines with service from Zeitz to Heilbronn. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 132 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 2 | 7h 47m | $27.76 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 132 | 7h 2m | $51.37 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 19 | 6h 34m | $71.49 |
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 Zeitz to Heilbronn start from $31, and on average cost . Daily there are 19 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Heilbronn. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Zeitz leaves from Train Station . And in Heilbronn trains arrive at Heilbronn Pfühlpark and 5 other train stations.
From Zeitz to Heilbronn train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 34 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 5 hours and 17 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Zeitz and Heilbronn is approximately 185 miles, or 297 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 58 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 17 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.
Trains from Zeitz to Heilbronn are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Zeitz at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 133 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 Zeitz.
City Information
Heilbronn
Image credit: Pixabay
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 Zeitz?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Zeitz.
All train stations in Zeitz:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Heilbronn?
Main arrival station: Heilbronn Pfühlpark
There are more train stations and stops in Heilbronn than most cities. Most trains from Zeitz will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Heilbronn:
All train stations in Heilbronn:
Heilbronn Pfühlpark
Heilbronn Trappensee
Train Station
Heilbronn Hans-Rießer-Straße
Heilbronn Kaufland
Heilbr.-Böckingen Berufsschulzentrum
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Heilbronn to Zeitz?
Search Train Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.
Book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more