How far is Heidelberg from Frankfurt am Main by coach?

The journey from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg by coach covers an approximate distance of 49 miles (79 km).

Is there a way to reach Heidelberg from Frankfurt am Main without a car?

You can reach Heidelberg from Frankfurt am Main by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:10	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 40m	12:50	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	14:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 5m	15:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	10:50	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 45m	12:35	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	15:55	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 25m	17:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	17:10	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 5m	18:15	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:45	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 35m	15:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	14:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 5m	15:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	01:05	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 15m	02:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	10:50	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 45m	12:35	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	17:40	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 15m	18:55	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:45	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 35m	15:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	14:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 5m	15:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	01:05	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 15m	02:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	10:50	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 45m	12:35	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	13:35	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 30m	15:05	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:50	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 35m	04:25	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	14:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 5m	15:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	01:05	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 15m	02:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	06:20	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 20m	07:40	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	10:50	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 45m	12:35	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:45	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 35m	15:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	14:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 5m	15:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	01:05	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 15m	02:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	06:20	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 20m	07:40	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	10:50	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 45m	12:35	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:50	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 35m	04:25	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	14:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 5m	15:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	01:05	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 15m	02:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	06:20	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 20m	07:40	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	10:50	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 45m	12:35	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:45	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 35m	15:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	14:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 5m	15:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	01:05	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 15m	02:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	06:20	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 20m	07:40	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	10:50	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 45m	12:35	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main 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 1 hour and with fares starting at just £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day

1hAverage duration

49 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£8 - £30	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£7 - £65	Average duration1h 18m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£3 - £12	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

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Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Frankfurt am Main and Heidelberg?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Frankfurt Airport

B - Hbf

C - Südbahnhof

D - Frankfurt Onibus

E - Braubachstraße 41

F - Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)

Stops in Heidelberg

A - Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz

B - Heidelberg

C - Heidelberg Central Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg

How far is Heidelberg from Frankfurt am Main by coach?
The journey from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg by coach covers an approximate distance of 49 miles (79 km).
Is there a way to reach Heidelberg from Frankfurt am Main without a car?
You can reach Heidelberg from Frankfurt am Main by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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

£9

17/11

£7

Today

£7

19/11

£6

20/11

£6

21/11

£7

22/11

£6

23/11

£7

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £6

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

You can expect to pay from £6 to £12 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-11-20.