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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | No tags | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | No tags | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | No tags | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | No tags | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Essen to Heidelberg Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Heidelberg
How far is Essen from Heidelberg?
It's about 256 km (159 miles) from Essen to Heidelberg.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Essen to Heidelberg?
Buses departing from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen will take you to Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz in Heidelberg.
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The cheapest trip from Essen to Heidelberg was searched and found on Nov 4, 2025 with a price of $41To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Heidelberg, as early as possible.
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Popular Buses Connecting Essen
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Buses Going to Heidelberg
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