How far is Heidelberg from Cologne by coach?

The distance between Cologne and Heidelberg by coach is approximately 131 miles (211 km).

What is the best way to go from Cologne to Heidelberg without a car?

You can travel to Heidelberg from Cologne by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Cologne to Heidelberg from £11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cologne to Heidelberg on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 30m	22:05	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	CheapestFastest
Bus	13:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 35m	17:15	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	14:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h	18:15	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

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We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

131 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£15 - £46	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£18 - £189	Average duration2h 13m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£10 - £26	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

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Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Heidelberg?

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Stops in Heidelberg

A - Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz

B - Heidelberg

C - Heidelberg Central Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Heidelberg

How far is Heidelberg from Cologne by coach?
The distance between Cologne and Heidelberg by coach is approximately 131 miles (211 km).
What is the best way to go from Cologne to Heidelberg without a car?
You can travel to Heidelberg from Cologne by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

£33

17/11

£16

Today

£13

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20/11

£13

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The cheapest trip from Cologne to Heidelberg was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £13

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

You can expect to pay from £13 to £33 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-11-20.