The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 3 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Heidelberg on Tue, May 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 05 the direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Tue, May 05 the slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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.
4:40 PM1h15Frankfurt am Main Airport5:55 PMHeidelberg€81One-way0 transfers
7:35 PM1h05Frankfurt am Main Airport8:40 PMHeidelberg€101One-way0 transfers
7:05 PM1h20Frankfurt am Main Airport8:25 PMHeidelberg€111One-way0 transfers
7:35 PM1h05Frankfurt am Main Airport8:40 PMHeidelberg€101One-way0 transfers
4:40 PM1h15Frankfurt am Main Airport5:55 PMHeidelberg€81One-way0 transfers
7:05 PM1h20Frankfurt am Main Airport8:25 PMHeidelberg€111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 72 km
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €14 Average price |
1h 38m Average total duration 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg buses for today, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h05 | 6:45 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h30 | 8:10 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h20 | 9:30 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h05 | 9:40 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg
Buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:20, the last at 19:35. The fastest bus covers the 72 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 72 km |
Average bus duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 5:20 AM |
Last bus 7:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Frankfurt am Main Airport to HeidelbergYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Heidelberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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