The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
€51
Average price
€62
Fastest journey
15 h 55 m
Average duration
18 h 50 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
791 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Heidelberg will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
Of the 5 buses that leave Budapest for Heidelberg on Fri, Feb 13, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 13 the direct buses cover the 791 km distance in an average of 18 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 55 m .
On Fri, Feb 13 the slowest buses will take 20 h 40 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Heidelberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €24.
Distance: 791 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€64 Average price Cheapest | €89 Average price | €95 Average price |
16h 41m Average total duration 16h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration 10h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Heidelberg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Heidelberg buses for today, Thursday, February 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 20h00 | 5:40 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 23h01 | 9:56 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 22h15 | 9:45 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 20h45 | 8:25 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 21h11 | 9:56 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 16h55 | 5:40 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 22h35 | 1:55 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 3:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 20h02 | 11:57 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 4:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 21h49 | 1:59 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 18h35 | 10:45 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 18h10 | 11:05 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 18h27 | 11:57 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 18h07 | 11:57 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 16h15 | 10:45 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 8:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 23h48 | 7:58 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 8:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 17h44 | 1:59 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 16h45 | 2:15 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 16h10 | 2:15 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 15h55 | 2:15 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 17h27 | 3:57 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 17h12 | 3:57 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Heidelberg
Buses from Budapest to Heidelberg run on average 25 times per day, taking around 16h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €24 by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 791 km distance in 15h 55m.
Distance 791 km |
Average bus duration 16h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 15h 55m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Karat-S from Budapest to HeidelbergYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Heidelberg with FlixBus, Karat-S for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Budapest to Heidelberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Heidelberg by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Heidelberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Karat-S
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Karat-S
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Karat-S
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Karat-S
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Karat-S
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Budapest to Heidelberg
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
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