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MKM Museum Küppersmühle für Moderne Kunst
Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heilbronn to Duisburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heilbronn to Duisburg will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 1 trains that leave Heilbronn for Duisburg on Fri, Aug 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 21 the direct trains cover the 309 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Fri, Aug 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 15 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heilbronn to Duisburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $124.
Distance: 192 miles (309 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$85 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $124 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Heilbronn to Duisburg:
A bus is $41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heilbronn to Duisburg costing on average $85.
A bus is $80 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heilbronn to Duisburg costing on average $124.
Other travel options to Duisburg take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 51m.
Bus takes on average 5h 5m.
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (3h 51m by train vs 4h 13m by car). Tickets start at around $85 compared to roughly $70 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Heilbronn to Duisburg trains for today, Thursday, August 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:56 AM Heilbronn | 4h13 | 10:09 AM Duisburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 21 | |||||
![]() | 3:54 AM Heilbronn | 4h15 | 8:09 AM Duisburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Heilbronn to Duisburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 but you can travel from only $33 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 192 miles (309 km) distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 192 miles (309 km) |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:13 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 days |
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Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Compact museum on inland shipping in Ruhrort, with models, engines, and harbor history. Essential for understanding Duisburg’s role as Europe’s inland port.
Regional art museum with works from modernism to contemporary practice. It is known for changing shows and an accessible, central city location.
Iconic walk-through sculpture on a hill above former slag heaps. The looping staircase and wide views make it one of Duisburg’s most photographed spots.
Revitalized inner harbor district with promenades, architecture, museums, and waterside views. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and photography.
Large landscaped park built around former steelworks. Day and night visits offer industrial scenery, gardens, and unusually atmospheric walking routes.
A hearty potato stew from the Lower Rhine, often with vegetables and sausage. It is a classic comfort dish long associated with home cooking in the region.
Curried sausage with sauce and fries is a Ruhrgebiet staple. In Duisburg it is a classic quick meal tied to the area's everyday working-class food culture.
Pickled herring in a sweet-sour marinade with onion and beetroot. Common across northern Germany and the Lower Rhine, it reflects the region's historic fish trade.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in Duisburg with modern tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting.
Traditional brewery-style restaurant known for hearty German and Rhineland dishes in a relaxed, historic atmosphere at the Innenhafen.
Well-known riverside restaurant in Duisburg-Homberg serving regional German classics and seasonal dishes in a warm, established setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels often cost less than in Munich or Cologne, while dining and local transit stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is not usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Duisburg Hbf -> Königstraße, Duisburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heilbronn to Duisburg by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Duisburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Heilbronn to Duisburg trains use the Heilbronn Hbf to Duisburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Use this guide to compare Heilbronn and Duisburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Heilbronn Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: YEDO Heilbronn, Mythos, Vinum, Ratskeller
Wi-Fi is available at Heilbronn Hbf. ATMs are available at Heilbronn Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Heilbronn Hbf. Information desks are available at Heilbronn Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Heilbronn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heilbronn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heilbronn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heilbronn Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Hotel Central, Hotel TraumRaum, Insel-Hotel.
Heilbronn Neckar-Turm/K.-S.-Pl has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heilbronn Neckar-Turm/K.-S.-Pl.
Heilbronn Harmonie has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Heilbronn Harmonie.
ATMs are available at Heilbronn Harmonie.
Available at Heilbronn Harmonie: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heilbronn Harmonie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heilbronn Harmonie.
Duisburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.
Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd is 2 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Dadaslar, Cafe Kasbar, Bäckerei Bolten, Ziegenpeter
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
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