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

The bus ticket price from Heidelberg to Cologne starts at R 325. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Heidelberg to Cologne 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 Heidelberg to Cologne?

The average travel time between Heidelberg and Cologne is around 3h 50m, 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 Heidelberg and Cologne?

The number of buses from Heidelberg to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Heidelberg to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Heidelberg to Cologne?

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

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

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

Bus Heidelberg to Cologne from R 246 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Heidelberg to Cologne on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	3h 35m	15:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	13:05	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	3h 30m	16:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	15:35	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	4h 45m	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	17:25	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	4h 45m	22:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	22:05	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	4h 50m	02:55	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Heidelberg to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 259, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

211 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 325 - R 1 315	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 336 - R 4 044	Average duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 259 - R 604	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 359 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 Heidelberg and Cologne?

Stops in Heidelberg

A - Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz

B - Heidelberg

C - Heidelberg Central Station

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg to Cologne by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Heidelberg to Cologne cost?
The bus ticket price from Heidelberg to Cologne starts at R 325. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Heidelberg to Cologne 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 Heidelberg to Cologne?
The average travel time between Heidelberg and Cologne is around 3h 50m, 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 Heidelberg and Cologne?
The number of buses from Heidelberg to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Heidelberg to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Heidelberg to Cologne?
When taking the bus from Heidelberg to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Heidelberg to Cologne?
Buses travelling between Heidelberg and Cologne leave from Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz or Heidelberg and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

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R 276

The cheapest trip from Heidelberg to Cologne was searched and found on 23 Nov 2025 with a price of R 276

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

You can expect to pay from R 276 to R 883 for a bus ticket from Heidelberg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 276, which is on 2025-11-23.