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Kurpfälzisches Museum
Heidelberg’s main city museum, covering regional archaeology, art, and history from prehistory to the modern era.


Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1h 20m
Average duration
4h 25m
Buses per day
2
Distance
117 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt Hahn Airport to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt Hahn Airport to Heidelberg:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt Hahn Airport to Heidelberg costing on average $63 (€52).
Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 35m.
You'll arrive about -1h -33m sooner (2h 21m by bus vs 1h 48m by car) and save roughly $-2.66 (€-2.19) compared to fuel and tolls ($30 (€25) vs $28 (€23)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt Hahn Airport to Heidelberg buses for today, Thursday, July 9. 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 | 6:50 PM Lautzenhausen, Frankfurt Hahn: Airport Terminal 2 | 7h30 | 2:20 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Frankfurt Hahn Airport to Heidelberg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 16:50, the last at 17:50. The fastest bus covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 4:50 PM |
Last bus 5:50 PM |
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A famous hillside walking path with postcard views of the old town, castle, and river, especially popular at sunset.
The historic market square at the center of the old town, framed by the Church of the Holy Spirit and traditional facades.
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A traditional coarse pork sausage from the surrounding Palatinate region, commonly served with mustard, bread, or sauerkraut. It is a staple in local taverns and markets.
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Moderate by German standards: dining and coffee are manageable, while hotels rise in peak tourist and university periods.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis; in restaurants, 5-10% is customary for good service, handed directly to staff.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt Hahn 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.

Most Frankfurt Hahn Airport to Heidelberg buses use the Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße). Use this guide to compare Frankfurt Hahn Airport and Heidelberg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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