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Landesmuseum Kunst & Kulturgeschichte Oldenburg
Leading regional art museum in the palace, with European paintings and decorative arts in a grand historic setting.
Cheapest price
€0.00
Average price
€-0.01
Fastest journey
5 h 29 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
450 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heilbronn to Oldenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Heilbronn to Oldenburg without transferring at least 2 times.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heilbronn to Oldenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €58, and a flight costs an average of €144.
Distance: 279 miles (450 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€146 Average price | €194 Average price | €112 Average price Cheapest | €82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 53m Average total duration 17h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Heilbronn to Oldenburg:
A bus is €34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heilbronn to Oldenburg costing on average €146.
A bus is €82 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heilbronn to Oldenburg costing on average €194.
Other travel options to Oldenburg take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 53m.
Bus takes on average 17h 23m.
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (5h 53m by train vs 6h 15m by car). Tickets start at around €146 compared to roughly €82 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 Oldenburg trains for today, Tuesday, August 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:48 PM Heilbronn | 5h35 | 8:23 PM Oldenburg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:48 PM Heilbronn | 5h30 | 9:18 PM Oldenburg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:48 PM Heilbronn | 5h35 | 10:23 PM Oldenburg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:48 PM Heilbronn | 5h29 | 11:17 PM Oldenburg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:48 PM Heilbronn | 11h35 | 7:23 AM Oldenburg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:48 PM Heilbronn | 10h35 | 8:23 AM Oldenburg | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, August 12 | |||||
![]() | 6:29 AM Heilbronn | 5h54 | 12:23 PM Oldenburg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:48 AM Heilbronn | 5h35 | 2:23 PM Oldenburg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:48 AM Heilbronn | 5h35 | 4:23 PM Oldenburg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:48 PM Heilbronn | 5h35 | 6:23 PM Oldenburg | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Heilbronn to Oldenburg run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €94 but you can travel from only €58 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 279 miles (450 km) distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 279 miles (450 km) |
Average train duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €94 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 6h 35m |
First train 1:05 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Oldenburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Oldenburg trip today.
Leading regional art museum in the palace, with European paintings and decorative arts in a grand historic setting.
Nature and human history museum with strong exhibits on Northwest Germany, ideal for families and curious first-time visitors.
Major contemporary art museum known for changing exhibitions and modern architecture, popular with art-focused travelers.
Large landscaped palace garden with lakes, lawns, and walking paths. It is Oldenburg’s classic green escape close to the historic core.
Main pedestrian shopping street lined with historic façades, useful for strolling, people-watching, and linking key central sights.
Elegant square beside the palace and theater, often used for events and a pleasant place to appreciate central Oldenburg architecture.
A hearty kale dish simmered and served with smoked sausage and potatoes. A winter staple across Oldenburg and northwest Lower Saxony.
Smoked eel from nearby rivers and the North Sea region, often served simply with bread or potatoes. It reflects Oldenburg's northern fish tradition.
Small North Sea brown shrimp, sweet and delicate, commonly eaten on bread or with eggs. A classic regional seafood specialty in northwest Germany.
Refined fine dining with seasonal regional ingredients and elegant presentation. A respected choice for a special meal in Oldenburg.
Well-known restaurant serving classic German and regional cuisine in a historic setting. Popular for local specialties and relaxed dining.
Traditional brewery restaurant known for hearty German dishes and house-brewed beer. Lively, casual atmosphere in central Oldenburg.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually below major cities, while local transit and groceries stay reasonable for most visitors.
Service is included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is appreciated.
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Oldenburg Hbf -> Oldenburg Market Square
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heilbronn to Oldenburg 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 Oldenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Heilbronn to Oldenburg trains use the Heilbronn Hbf to Oldenburg(Oldb) station pair, with some services arriving at Oldenburg-Wechloy. Use this guide to compare Heilbronn and Oldenburg 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, Bahnhofsvorplatz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heilbronn, Bahnhofsvorplatz.
Oldenburg(Oldb) 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: Kingdom-Pizza, Flying Pizza, Korinth-Express, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Oldenburg(Oldb). ATMs are available at Oldenburg(Oldb).
Ticket office support is available at Oldenburg(Oldb). Information desks are available at Oldenburg(Oldb).
Luggage storage is available at Oldenburg(Oldb). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oldenburg(Oldb): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oldenburg(Oldb): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldenburg(Oldb).
Nearby hotels include Antares, Hermes Hotel, Acara, Altera Hotel.
Oldenburg-Wechloy is 2 km from Oldenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldenburg-Wechloy 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: Ali Baba, Cafe Merlin, Santorini, Rice Guys
Wi-Fi is available at Oldenburg-Wechloy. ATMs are available at Oldenburg-Wechloy.
Ticket office support is available at Oldenburg-Wechloy. Information desks are available at Oldenburg-Wechloy.
Luggage storage is available at Oldenburg-Wechloy. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oldenburg-Wechloy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oldenburg-Wechloy: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldenburg-Wechloy.
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