How much is the bus ticket from Leipzig to Heidelberg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Leipzig to Heidelberg start from $42. The average price for this route is around $59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Leipzig to Heidelberg?

The average bus travel time from Leipzig to Heidelberg is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 341 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Leipzig to Heidelberg route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Leipzig to Heidelberg?

The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Heidelberg at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leipzig to Heidelberg?

A bus trip from Leipzig to Heidelberg generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Leipzig to Heidelberg from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Leipzig to Heidelberg on January 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:40pm	Merkurpromenade	10h 15m	10:55pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	1:00am	Leipzig central station	8h 25m	9:25am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:00am	Leipzig central station	9h 57m	6:57pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:30pm	Leipzig central station	10h 25m	10:55pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:10am	Merkurpromenade	9h 47m	6:57pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Heidelberg on January 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:30pm	Leipzig central station	8h 28m	8:58pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:40pm	Merkurpromenade	8h 18m	8:58pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	1:00am	Leipzig central station	8h 25m	9:25am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Leipzig 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 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

4h 40mAverage Duration

338 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $158	Average Duration8h 25m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$33 - $216	Average Duration7h 53m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$32 - $81	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Leipzig and Heidelberg?

Stops in Leipzig

A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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B
Hbf
Goethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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C
Dittrichring 11
Dittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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D
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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E
Brüderstraße
Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, Germany
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Stops in Heidelberg

A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
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B
Heidelberg
Willy-Brandt-Platz 5, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
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C
Heidelberg Central Station
Kurfürsten-Anlage 60, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,054 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 12054 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $42

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Leipzig to Heidelberg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leipzig to Heidelberg start from $42. The average price for this route is around $59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Leipzig to Heidelberg?
The average bus travel time from Leipzig to Heidelberg is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 341 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leipzig to Heidelberg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Leipzig to Heidelberg?
The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Heidelberg at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leipzig to Heidelberg?
A bus trip from Leipzig to Heidelberg generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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01-15

$45

Today

$56

01-17

$46

01-18

$53

01-19

$40

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The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Heidelberg was searched and found on Jan 19, 2026 with a price of $40

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leipzig to Heidelberg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $40 to $56 for a bus ticket from Leipzig to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2026-01-19.