The cheapest and fastest buses from Vienna to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€52
Fastest journey
12 h 15 m
Average duration
12 h 29 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
578 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Heidelberg will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 19 buses that leave Vienna for Heidelberg on Thu, May 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct buses cover the 578 km distance in an average of 12 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 15 m .
On Thu, May 14 the slowest buses will take 12 h 55 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.
FlixBus11:45 PM12h20Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz12:05 PMHeidelberg, Hauptbahnhof€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:25 PM12h40Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)12:05 PMHeidelberg, Hauptbahnhof€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:20 AM12h55Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz3:15 PMHeidelberg, Hauptbahnhof€401One-way0 transfers
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FlixTrain11:45 PM15h14Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz2:59 PMHeidelberg Hbf€501One-way2 transfers
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FlixTrain7:30 PM15h26Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz10:56 AMHeidelberg Hbf€501One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus12:45 PM12h15Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)1:00 AMHeidelberg, Hauptbahnhof€501One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus2:40 AM12h15Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)2:55 PMHeidelberg, Hauptbahnhof€501One-way1 transfer
FlixBus11:45 PM12h20Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz12:05 PMHeidelberg, Hauptbahnhof€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:25 PM12h40Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)12:05 PMHeidelberg, Hauptbahnhof€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:20 AM12h55Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz3:15 PMHeidelberg, Hauptbahnhof€401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna to Heidelberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €58.
Distance: 578 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€42 Average price Cheapest | €135 Average price | €145 Average price |
10h 45m Average total duration 10h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 59m Average total duration 8h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Vienna to Heidelberg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Heidelberg buses for today, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:25 PM Vienna | 12h40 | 10:05 AM Heidelberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:25 PM Vienna | 12h40 | 11:05 AM Heidelberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 14 | |||||
![]() | 12:20 AM Vienna | 12h55 | 1:15 PM Heidelberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vienna to Heidelberg
Buses from Vienna to Heidelberg run on average 17 times per day, taking around 10h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 578 km distance in 12h 0m.
Distance 578 km |
Average bus duration 10h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 12h 0m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Vienna to HeidelbergYou can travel by bus between Vienna to Heidelberg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Vienna to Heidelberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Vienna to Heidelberg
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant 1 (in the station)
- Restaurant 2 (in the station)
- Restaurant 3 (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13A, 69A Metro: U1 Train: S1, S2, S3
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Wien (in the station)
- Schnitzelhaus (0.2 km)
- Vienna Sausage Stand (0.3 km).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1187, 1185, 1183 Train: S7
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