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Compare train and bus for Mainz to Heilbronn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Heilbronn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. 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 $24, and a train costs an average of $47.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
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$59 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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The best way to travel from Mainz to Heilbronn is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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This is compared to other travel options from Mainz to Heilbronn:
A bus is $23 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mainz to Heilbronn costing on average $47 (€37).
Other travel options to Heilbronn take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 55m.
- Around 9 trains per day.
- Around 4 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Mainz and Heilbronn as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Mainz Hbf and arrive in Heilbronn Hbf.
- Buses mostly depart from Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz) and arrive in Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station).
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Süwex to go to Heilbronn by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Heilbronn by bus.
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