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Louvre Museum
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Cheapest price on Sep 11
$129
Average ticket price on Sep 11
$163
Fastest journey on Sep 11
4 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 11
4 h 31 m
Trains on Sep 11
10
Distance
502 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heilbronn to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heilbronn to Paris will cost around $163 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $129.
It's difficult to get from Heilbronn to Paris without transferring at least once.
19203 · ICE 616 · ICE 9558
S4 · ICE 9568
15830 · S4 · ICE 9568
19301 · 19546 · ICE 9578
S4 · ICE 9578
15830 · S4 · ICE 9568
19301 · 19546 · ICE 9578
S4+
TGV 9576
15840 · S4+
TGV 9574
S4 · ICE 9568Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heilbronn to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $76 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $76, while a flight costs an average of $574.
Distance: 311 miles (502 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$173 Average price | $76 Average price Cheapest | $574 Average price | $165 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 7m Average total duration 10h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Heilbronn to Paris:
A bus is $97 (€78) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heilbronn to Paris costing on average $173 (€139).
A bus is $499 (€402) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heilbronn to Paris costing on average $574 (€463).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 1m.
Bus takes on average 10h 37m.
You'll arrive about 2h 26m sooner (4h 1m by train vs 6h 27m by car). Tickets start at around $173 (€139) compared to roughly $165 (€133) 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
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 Paris trains for today, Thursday, September 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15840 · S4+ TGV 9574 | 9:34 AM Heilbronn Hbf | 4h33 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
S4 · ICE 9590 | 9:52 AM Heilbronn Bahnhofsvorplatz | 4h59 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
19219 · ICE 690 · ICE 9590 | On time 9:57 AM Heilbronn Hbf | 4h54 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, September 11 | |||||
19203 · ICE 616 · ICE 9558 | On time 4:09 AM Heilbronn Hbf | 5h41 | 9:50 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
S4 · ICE 9578 | 4:54 AM Heilbronn Bahnhofsvorplatz | 5h11 | 10:05 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
19301 · 19546 · ICE 9578 | On time 5:37 AM Heilbronn Hbf | 4h28 | 10:05 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
S4 · ICE 9568 | 5:54 AM Heilbronn Bahnhofsvorplatz | 4h42 | 10:36 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
15830 · S4 · ICE 9568 | 6:18 AM Heilbronn Hbf | 4h18 | 10:36 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
S4+ TGV 9576 | 8:03 AM Heilbronn Bahnhofsvorplatz | 4h32 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
19260 · ICE 9556 | On time 8:06 AM Heilbronn Hbf | 4h45 | 12:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
S4+ TGV 9574 | 8:52 AM Heilbronn Bahnhofsvorplatz | 5h15 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Heilbronn to Paris run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:29, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 311 miles (502 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 311 miles (502 km) |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€45) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 4:29 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
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The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, and more in a magnificent former railway station on the Seine.
Rich collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works in the restored Orangerie, including Monet's immersive Water Lilies.
Grand avenue linking Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe, famous for ceremonial views, shops, and city energy.
Historic hilltop district of artists, stairways, village lanes, and major viewpoints, offering a distinctive Paris atmosphere.
Seine island at the city's historic heart, ideal for walking between Notre-Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, and old Paris streets.
Classic Parisian ham and cheese sandwich baked or grilled with béchamel. A staple of French brasseries and cafés.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red Burgundy wine with onions, mushrooms, and bacon. A beloved traditional French comfort dish.
Snails baked with garlic, parsley, and butter. A historic French delicacy strongly associated with classic Paris dining.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Alain Ducasse at Plaza Athénée, known for haute cuisine and luxurious contemporary presentation.
Historic Left Bank café serving classic French dishes in an elegant Art Nouveau setting popular with locals and visitors.
Elegant seafood institution near Gare Montparnasse, celebrated for oysters, shellfish platters, and polished brasserie service.
Paris is pricier than many European cities, with higher hotel, dining, and attraction costs, though transit is good value.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis are often rounded up; cafés may get small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heilbronn to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Heilbronn to Paris trains use the Heilbronn Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est station pair. Use this guide to compare Heilbronn and Paris 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.
Böckingen Sonnenbrunnen is 2 km from Heilbronn city centre. Public transport options include:
Böckingen Sonnenbrunnen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Böckingen Sonnenbrunnen.
ATMs are available at Böckingen Sonnenbrunnen.
Available at Böckingen Sonnenbrunnen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Böckingen Sonnenbrunnen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Böckingen Sonnenbrunnen.
Heilbronn Rathaus has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heilbronn Rathaus.
Paris Gare de l'Est is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de l'Est has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est, La Consigne, Starbucks, Factory & Co, La Place, McDonald's, Mon Chou, Go Johnny Go, Maison Pradier, PAUL, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30, Sat: 09:00 - 20:00, Sun: 09:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located between Tracks 15 and 18.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de l'Est: The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4. .
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Hôtel LOCOMO, Hôtel Parisianer.
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