Day trip from Ulm to Heilbronn
Heilbronn lies 100 km (62 mi) north-west of Ulm, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 100 km (62 mi) apart, Heilbronn is a realistic day trip from Ulm: about 1 h 38 min each way by road.
| Ulm | Heilbronn | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 120,451 | 120,733 |
| Elevation | 480 m (1,575 ft) | 173 m (568 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 89040–89081 | 74072–74081 |
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Common questions
How far is Heilbronn from Ulm?
100 km (62 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Ulm; by road roughly 122 km (76 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ulm to Heilbronn by road?
About 1 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ulm and Heilbronn?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.