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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Leipzig central station | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | CheapestFastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Leipzig central station | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
| Leipzig central station | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Merkurpromenade | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Leipzig to Heidelberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Leipzig and Heidelberg?
Stops in Leipzig
- ALeipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
- BGoethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
- C
Dittrichring 11
Dittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - D
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - E
Brüderstraße
Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, 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 11602 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $40
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Heidelberg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leipzig to Heidelberg start from $40. The average price for this route is around $60. 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 Leipzig to Heidelberg?
The average bus travel time from Leipzig to Heidelberg is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 341 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Heidelberg?
The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Heidelberg at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leipzig to Heidelberg?
A bus trip from Leipzig to Heidelberg generates an estimated 9 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 Leipzig to Heidelberg was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $45To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leipzig to Heidelberg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $45 to $97 for a bus ticket from Leipzig to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-12-15.
