Bus Tickets from Cologne to Heidelberg

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cologne to Heidelberg on November 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Alte Eppelheimer StraßeCheapestFastest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Alte Eppelheimer StraßeNo tags
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Alte Eppelheimer StraßeNo tags
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Alte Eppelheimer StraßeNo tags
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Alte Eppelheimer StraßeNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go 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 39 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15carpool per day
2h 39mAverage Duration
211 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$25 - $119Average Duration4h
5kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$28 - $184Average Duration2h 15m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$19 - $49Average Duration2h 39m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Heidelberg by bus

  1. What is the distance between Cologne and Heidelberg?

    The distance covered from Cologne to Heidelberg is 211 km (131 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cologne to Heidelberg?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Cologne/Bonn Airport, in Cologne, and end it at Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz, in Heidelberg.

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