4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Heidelberg will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 7 buses that leave Cologne for Heidelberg on Thu, Nov 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct buses cover the 210 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest buses will take 4 h 25 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Heidelberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €674.
Distance: 210 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€21 Average price Cheapest | €63 Average price | €674 Average price |
3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Heidelberg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Heidelberg buses for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 7:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 4h40 | 11:50 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:40 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 3h35 | 4:15 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 3h30 | 9:05 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Heidelberg
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Buses from Cologne to Heidelberg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 210 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 210 km |
Average bus duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to HeidelbergYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Heidelberg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Heidelberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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.
When departing from Cologne, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle) and Köln, ZOB. When arriving in Heidelberg, you can end your route in coach stations like Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof, Heidelberg, Alte Eppelheimer Straße (Hbf) and Heidelberg, HD Hauptbahnhof Ost.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle), which is located around 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Heidelberg
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ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
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- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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