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Leading science center on artificial intelligence and innovation with interactive exhibitions; one of Heilbronn’s most popular contemporary attractions.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Heilbronn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Heilbronn will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 6 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Heilbronn on Thu, Aug 06, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 115 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Heilbronn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Heilbronn:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Heilbronn costing on average $52 (€42).
Other travel options to Heilbronn take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 4m.
Tickets start at around $18 (€14) compared to roughly $29 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $11 (€9). The journey takes 2h 4m versus 1h 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:03PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 7h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heilbronn buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 1:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 2h40 | 4:25 PM Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2h10 | 4:25 PM Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 2h05 | 6:20 AM Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h45 | 6:20 AM Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h00 | 11:45 AM Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2h25 | 11:45 AM Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Heilbronn run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Heilbronn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Heilbronn trip today.
Leading science center on artificial intelligence and innovation with interactive exhibitions; one of Heilbronn’s most popular contemporary attractions.
City history museum covering Heilbronn’s past, reconstruction, and local identity inside a notable historic complex.
Art museum focused on 20th-century sculpture and painting, especially works by Wilhelm Lehmbruck and other modern artists.
Main market square framed by major civic buildings and church views; a natural starting point for sightseeing in the old town.
Large urban green space with paths, lawns, and event areas on the former Bundesgartenschau grounds; very popular with locals.
Central pedestrian avenue lined with shops and historic façades; the main urban promenade for exploring downtown Heilbronn.
Maultaschen are Swabian pasta pockets filled with meat, spinach, and herbs. They are a regional staple often served in broth or fried with onions.
Spätzle are soft egg noodles central to Swabian cooking. In Heilbronn they appear as a side or as cheese-rich Käsespätzle in taverns and wine inns.
Käsespätzle combines fresh Spätzle with melted cheese and fried onions. It is a comforting Swabian classic widely eaten in southern Germany.
Refined Michelin-starred dining with modern seasonal tasting menus and polished service in central Heilbronn.
Historic wine tavern serving Swabian classics and local wines in a traditional, cozy setting near the old town.
Well-known local restaurant for regional German dishes, game, and Württemberg wines in an established, rustic atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually lower than Munich or Frankfurt, while local transit and everyday costs stay manageable for most travelers.
Service is often included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is standard. Round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes.
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Heilbronn Hbf -> Heilbronn Marktplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Heilbronn by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Heilbronn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Heilbronn buses use the Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) to Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Heilbronn bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Hausmann's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering various banking services.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36).
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station) is 1 km from Heilbronn city centre. Public transport options include:
Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are available at Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station).
Ticket office support is available at Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station).
Available at Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station): The station is equipped with ramps and elevators for accessibility.
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