Bus from Essen to Heidelberg: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Essen to Heidelberg on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Alte Eppelheimer StraßeNo tags
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Alte Eppelheimer StraßeNo tags
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Alte Eppelheimer StraßeNo tags
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Alte Eppelheimer StraßeNo tags
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    Essen
    Alte Eppelheimer StraßeNo tags

    Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Heidelberg

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    12carpool per day
    3h 20mAverage Duration
    257 kmDistance
    11kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$41 - $62Average Duration6h 35m
    6kg CO₂e
    Average Price$83 - $286Average Duration3h 8m
    6kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average Price$28 - $53Average Duration3h 20m
    11kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Heidelberg by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Heidelberg?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Heidelberg start from $41. The average price for this route is around $49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Essen to Heidelberg?

      The average bus travel time from Essen to Heidelberg is 6h 35m, covering a distance of 256 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Essen to Heidelberg route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Essen to Heidelberg?

      The earliest bus departs from Essen to Heidelberg at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 3:50pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Heidelberg?

      A bus trip from Essen to Heidelberg generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Essen to Heidelberg?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Heidelberg?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Essen to Heidelberg?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Heidelberg?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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