The cheapest and fastest buses from Dresden to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€45
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 12 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dresden to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Heidelberg will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 13 buses that leave Dresden for Heidelberg on Sat, Dec 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 06 the direct buses cover the 403 km distance in an average of 8 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Sat, Dec 06 the slowest buses will take 9 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Dresden to Heidelberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €108.
Distance: 403 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€35 Average price Cheapest | €59 Average price | €220 Average price |
7h 47m Average total duration 7h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Dresden to Heidelberg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Heidelberg buses for today, Friday, December 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h50 | 1:55 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 6:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h34 | 3:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h15 | 5:15 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 12h35 | 8:05 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 9:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h23 | 7:33 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h45 | 5:55 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h45 | 11:35 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h25 | 3:25 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h25 | 8:25 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:15 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 12h18 | 11:33 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h45 | 10:45 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h25 | 11:05 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dresden to Heidelberg
Buses from Dresden to Heidelberg run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 403 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 403 km |
Average bus duration 7h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Dresden to HeidelbergYou can travel by bus between Dresden to Heidelberg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dresden to Heidelberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof), which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 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.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dresden to Heidelberg
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Hauptbahnhof (in the station)
- Restaurant Alte Meister (0.5 km)
- Vapiano Dresden (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 66, 75 Tram: 3, 7, 8, 10 Train: S1, S2
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