Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Heilbronn central station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Heilbronn central station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Heilbronn central station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Heilbronn central station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Heilbronn central station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Heilbronn
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Heilbronn. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 11507 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 Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £28
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Heilbronn
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Heilbronn?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Heilbronn start from £28. The average price for this route is around £30. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Heilbronn?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Heilbronn is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 152 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Heilbronn route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Heilbronn?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Heilbronn at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Heilbronn?
A bus journey from Cologne to Heilbronn produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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 Cologne to Heilbronn was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Heilbronn as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £27 to £30 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Heilbronn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £27, which is on 2025-12-05.
