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National Museum
Prague’s principal museum on Wenceslas Square, known for its grand Neo-Renaissance building and broad natural history, history, and culture collections.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 17 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
418 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Heidelberg to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Prague will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 10 buses that leave Heidelberg for Prague on Fri, Jun 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 418 km distance in an average of 7 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 8 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. 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 $23, and a flight costs an average of $161.
Distance: 259 miles (418 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price | $230 Average price | $110 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Heidelberg to Prague:
A bus is $35 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg to Prague costing on average $74 (€61).
A bus is $192 (€156) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg to Prague costing on average $230 (€188).
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 35m.
Train takes on average 8h 30m.
Tickets start at around $39 (€32) compared to roughly $110 (€90) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $71 (€58). The journey takes 6h 35m versus 5h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:06PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 9h44 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Prague buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 5:50 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 7h15 | 1:05 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:50 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 6h55 | 12:45 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 9h15 | 7:10 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 AM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 9h40 | 7:35 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 6h50 | 10:55 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 8h20 | 12:25 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 7h05 | 11:10 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 5:06 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 9h44 | 2:50 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 9h15 | 6:55 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Heidelberg to Prague run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 259 miles (418 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 259 miles (418 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 2:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Heidelberg and Prague - without question two of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Since both are situated on a river and have beautiful baroque bridges as well as a prominent city castle, the cities even have a certain similarity. If you want to travel from one city to another, you usually have a large selection of different connections. For example, there is the option Bus Heidelberg - Prague, which can cover almost 500 kilometers faster than a trip by plane.
A variety of bus companies operate the route between Heidelberg and Prague. Deutsche Bahn buses run daily on this route, as do Eurolines, Eurolines.eu and Flixbus buses. This allows travellers to choose from many different ways to get from the city in Baden-Württemberg to the capital of the Czech Republic.
For a direct journey by bus Heidelberg - Prague the journey takes between 6 and 7 hours. Depending on the volume of traffic, the journey can take up to 30 minutes longer. All bus companies operating this service offer daily direct buses between the cities. Deutsche Bahn also offers connections with a stopover. Here, passengers have to travel part of the way by train. This usually takes at least 7 hours.
As the connection between Heidelberg and Prague is very popular, there are a lot of buses for travellers on most days. In total, they can often choose between 20 to 30 connections departing from Heidelberg at all times of the day.
At which bus station does the bus depart from Heidelberg? The buses to Prague depart from Heidelberg main station. It is centrally located in the city centre on Mittermeierstraße, which leads straight from the railway station across the bridge. The train station can be reached from most hotels in the city in a few minutes by taxi or on foot. Alternatively you can take the S-Bahn to the main station. If you have to wait longer, you can buy snacks and drinks at one of the many kiosks there.
At which bus station does the bus arrive in Prague? The buses arrive in Prague at various stations: Either at the main railway station or at the bus stops Autobusová St. Wilsonova or ÚAN Florenc. All stations are centrally located and are connected to the rest of the city by the S-Bahn. Of course, travellers can also easily take a taxi from the respective station to the hotel.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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