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Cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Heidelberg

Showing times and prices for Feb 14

Cheapest

$18

Average

$21

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.

09:50AM2h50

Cologne

12:40PMHeidelberg

$181One-way

0 transfers

01:20PM2h40

Cologne

04:00PMHeidelberg

$211One-way

0 transfers

11:00AM2h10

Cologne

01:10PMHeidelberg

$211One-way

0 transfers

10:50AM2h30

Cologne

01:20PMHeidelberg

$221One-way

0 transfers

12:00PM2h30

Cologne

02:30PMHeidelberg

$221One-way

0 transfers

Cologne to Heidelberg bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Friday, February 14

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
FlixBus FlixBus FlixBusFlixBus	08:15AM Köln, Flughafen	4h35	12:50PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus FlixBus FlixBusFlixBus	10:40AM Köln, Flughafen	4h30	03:10PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus FlixBus FlixBusFlixBus	01:40PM Köln, Flughafen	3h35	05:15PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus FlixBus FlixBusFlixBus	06:50PM Köln, Flughafen	3h15	10:05PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof	0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar Bus 50449 BlaBlaCar Bus50449	11:00PM Cologne	17h10	04:10PM Heidelberg	1 transfer

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Bus times from Cologne to Heidelberg

Showing times and prices for Feb 14

Fastest Journey

3 h 15 m

Average

6 h 37 m

Buses per day

Distance

210 km

Of the 5 buses that leave Cologne for Heidelberg every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

06:50PM3h15

Köln, Flughafen

10:05PMHeidelberg, Hauptbahnhof

$341One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

01:40PM3h35

Köln, Flughafen

05:15PMHeidelberg, Hauptbahnhof

$271One-way

0 transfers

10:40AM4h30

Köln, Flughafen

03:10PMHeidelberg, Hauptbahnhof

$241One-way

0 transfers

08:15AM4h35

Köln, Flughafen

12:50PMHeidelberg, Hauptbahnhof

$241One-way

0 transfers

11:00PM17h10

Cologne

04:10PMHeidelberg

$1221One-way

1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cologne to Heidelberg

Buses from Cologne to Heidelberg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€13) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

130 miles (210 km)

Average bus duration

3h 32m

Cheapest ticket price

$15 (€13)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

3h 15m

First bus

00:15

Last bus

23:40

Price information

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus from Cologne to Heidelberg

Travel between Cologne and Heidelberg from $16 (€14) with Omio’s bus partners BlaBlaCar, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

FlixBus from Cologne to Heidelberg bus information:

Average Duration: 3 h 15 min
Cheapest Price: $16

BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS), a subsidiary of the popular French carpooling company, BlaBlaCar, is a bus company operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe. Founded in France, BlaBlaCar Bus provides connections to over 300 destinations. Standard amenities on the buses include air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long bus journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. On select routes there is also free Wi-Fi available. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.

FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Heidelberg

FAQs: Take the bus from Cologne to Heidelberg with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Heidelberg.

Cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Heidelberg can start from as little as $15 (€13) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Cologne to Heidelberg is $24 (€22); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Cologne to Heidelberg bus travel time is 3 h 15 min for the 130 mile (210 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Cologne to Heidelberg leaves at 12: 15AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Cologne to Heidelberg leaves at 11: 40PM.

Yes, there are 7 direct buses a day from Cologne to Heidelberg with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

For the route from Cologne to Heidelberg you can take a bus with FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services between Cologne and Heidelberg on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

A trip to Heidelberg from Cologne is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Cologne to Heidelberg by bus is October.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Heidelberg from Cologne including taking a train or bus.

Popular bus stations from Cologne to Heidelberg

Cologne

Heidelberg

The major bus station for departures in Cologne is Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) for your trip from Cologne to Heidelberg.

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