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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 | CheapestFastest |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Heidelberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 6 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Essen and Heidelberg
Stops in Essen
- A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany - D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Heidelberg
- A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany - B
Heidelberg
Willy-Brandt-Platz 5, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany - C
Heidelberg Central Station
Kurfürsten-Anlage 60, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Heidelberg by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Heidelberg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Heidelberg start from $31. The average price for this route is around $53. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Heidelberg?
The average bus travel time from Essen to Heidelberg is 6h 45m, covering a distance of 256 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Heidelberg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Essen to Heidelberg?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Heidelberg at 4:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Heidelberg?
A bus trip from Essen to Heidelberg generates an estimated 6.396625 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Essen to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 12779 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Heidelberg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Essen to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Heidelberg was searched and found on Sep 17, 2026 with a price of $25To 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.
You can expect to pay from $25 to $148 for a bus ticket from Essen to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2026-09-17.
