How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Heidelberg cost?

The bus ticket price from Cologne to Heidelberg starts at R 329. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Heidelberg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Heidelberg?

The average travel time between Cologne and Heidelberg is around 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 211 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Heidelberg?

The number of buses from Cologne to Heidelberg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Heidelberg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Heidelberg?

When taking the bus from Cologne to Heidelberg, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Heidelberg?

Buses travelling between Cologne and Heidelberg leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz, Heidelberg, Heidelberg Central Station.

Bus Cologne to Heidelberg from R 244 | 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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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne 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 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 209, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

211 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 329 - R 1 026	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 404 - R 4 273	Average duration2h 13m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 209 - R 577	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 135 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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 from Cologne to Heidelberg by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Heidelberg cost?
The bus ticket price from Cologne to Heidelberg starts at R 329. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Heidelberg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Heidelberg?
The average travel time between Cologne and Heidelberg is around 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 211 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Heidelberg?
The number of buses from Cologne to Heidelberg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Heidelberg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Heidelberg?
When taking the bus from Cologne to Heidelberg, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Heidelberg?
Buses travelling between Cologne and Heidelberg leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz, Heidelberg, Heidelberg Central Station.

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

R 727

17/11

R 348

Today

R 294

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20/11

R 285

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The cheapest trip from Cologne to Heidelberg was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of R 285

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 R 285 to R 737 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 R 285, which is on 2025-11-20.