How much is the bus ticket from Leipzig to Heidelberg?

The cheapest coach tickets from Leipzig to Heidelberg start from £23. The average price for this route is around £32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Leipzig to Heidelberg?

The average bus journey time from Leipzig to Heidelberg is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 211 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leipzig to Heidelberg?

The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Heidelberg at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

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

Bus Leipzig to Heidelberg from £21 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Leipzig to Heidelberg on 16 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:40	Merkurpromenade	10h 15m	22:55	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	01:00	Leipzig central station	8h 25m	09:25	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:00	Leipzig central station	9h 57m	18:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:30	Leipzig central station	10h 25m	22:55	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:10	Merkurpromenade	9h 47m	18:57	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Leipzig to Heidelberg on 19 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:30	Leipzig central station	8h 28m	20:58	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:40	Merkurpromenade	8h 18m	20:58	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	01:00	Leipzig central station	8h 25m	09:25	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

4h 40mAverage duration

210 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£23 - £85	Average duration8h 25m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£18 - £117	Average duration7h 53m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£18 - £44	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

3.5/512,055 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 12055 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 Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £23

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Leipzig to Heidelberg

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

How much is the bus ticket from Leipzig to Heidelberg?
The cheapest coach tickets from Leipzig to Heidelberg start from £23. The average price for this route is around £32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Leipzig to Heidelberg?
The average bus journey time from Leipzig to Heidelberg is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 211 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leipzig to Heidelberg?
The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Heidelberg at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leipzig to Heidelberg?
A bus journey from Leipzig to Heidelberg produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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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15/01

£25

Today

£30

17/01

£25

18/01

£29

19/01

£22

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The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Heidelberg was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of £22

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 £22 to £30 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 £22, which is on 2026-01-19.