Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | Cheapest | |||||
| Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | Fastest | |||||
| Airport (ZLC) | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Zürich to Heidelberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£18 - £49 | Average duration5h 30m | 6kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£25 - £28 | Average duration3h 30m | 10kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Heidelberg?
Stops in Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
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 11603 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 £18
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Zürich to Heidelberg
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 Zürich to Heidelberg?
The cheapest coach tickets from Zürich to Heidelberg start from £18. The average price for this route is around £22. 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 Zürich to Heidelberg?
The average bus journey time from Zürich to Heidelberg is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 140 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Zürich to Heidelberg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zürich to Heidelberg?
The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Heidelberg at 03:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Heidelberg?
A bus journey from Zürich to Heidelberg 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 Zürich to Heidelberg was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £20To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Heidelberg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £20 to £30 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £20, which is on 2025-12-15.
What's the cheapest way to go from Zürich to Heidelberg?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
