Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | CheapestFastest | |||||
| HAM Airport | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hamburg Hbf | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Harburg | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 11:00 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Heidelberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Heidelberg?
Stops in Hamburg
- B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , 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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Based on 12160 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $42
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Heidelberg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Heidelberg start from $42. The average price for this route is around $64. 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 Hamburg to Heidelberg?
The average bus travel time from Hamburg to Heidelberg is 13h 25m, covering a distance of 479 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Heidelberg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Hamburg to Heidelberg?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Heidelberg at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Heidelberg?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Heidelberg generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Heidelberg was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $57To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamburg to Heidelberg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $57 to $101 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $60 which is on 2026-02-01.
