Bus Tickets from Cologne to Heidelberg

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Next departures for Cologne to Heidelberg on October 6
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Alte Eppelheimer StraßeCheapestFastest
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Alte Eppelheimer StraßeNo tags
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Alte Eppelheimer StraßeNo tags
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Alte Eppelheimer StraßeNo tags
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Alte Eppelheimer StraßeNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Heidelberg.

Bus
Average Price$18 - $44Average Duration4h
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$20 - $152Average Duration2h 13m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average Price$13 - $32Average Duration2h 30m
9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Heidelberg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20carpool per day
2h 30mAverage Duration
$13Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Heidelberg: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$23
Average bus trip duration4h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure4:50am
Distance123 miles (198 km)
Latest bus departure11:35pm

Cologne to Heidelberg Bus

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

Best price found
10/02
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10/03
$25
Today
$22
10/05
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10/06
$18
10/07
$16
10/08
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10/09
$16
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Heidelberg was searched and found on Oct 7, 2025 with a price of $16

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 $16 to $46 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 $16 which is on 2025-10-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Cologne to Heidelberg but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cologne to Heidelberg, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cologne to Heidelberg that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Cologne to Heidelberg.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Heidelberg?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

Bus from Heidelberg to Cologne

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Train from Cologne to Heidelberg

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