How much does a bus ticket from Zürich to Heidelberg cost?

The bus ticket price from Zürich to Heidelberg starts at R 407. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Zürich to Heidelberg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Zürich to Heidelberg?

The average travel time between Zürich and Heidelberg is around 5h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 228 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Zürich and Heidelberg?

The number of buses from Zürich to Heidelberg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Zürich to Heidelberg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Zürich to Heidelberg?

When taking the bus from Zürich to Heidelberg, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Zürich to Heidelberg?

Buses travelling between Zürich and Heidelberg leave from Sihlquai - Limmatstraße or Zürich Airport and arrive at Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz, Heidelberg, Heidelberg Central Station.

Bus Zürich to Heidelberg from R 331 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Zürich to Heidelberg on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	4h 25m	03:55	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	CheapestFastest
17:20	Airport (ZLC)	5h 10m	22:30	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
03:40	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	5h 30m	09:10	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
16:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	5h 35m	21:35	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
17:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	5h 30m	22:30	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Heidelberg on 12 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	4h 25m	03:55	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	CheapestFastest
03:40	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	5h 30m	09:10	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
16:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	5h 35m	21:35	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:50 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Zürich to Heidelberg

We recommend carpooling

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 R 339, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

3h 30mAverage duration

228 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 407 - R 1 626	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 339 - R 656	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 255 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11255 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 R 407

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Heidelberg?

Stops in Zürich

A - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

B - Zürich Airport

C - Schanzengasse, 12

D - Postsrasse

E - Schindellegistrasse, 1

Stops in Heidelberg

A - Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz

B - Heidelberg

C - Heidelberg Central Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich to Heidelberg by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Zürich to Heidelberg cost?
The bus ticket price from Zürich to Heidelberg starts at R 407. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Zürich to Heidelberg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Zürich to Heidelberg?
The average travel time between Zürich and Heidelberg is around 5h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 228 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Zürich and Heidelberg?
The number of buses from Zürich to Heidelberg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Zürich to Heidelberg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Zürich to Heidelberg?
When taking the bus from Zürich to Heidelberg, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Zürich to Heidelberg?
Buses travelling between Zürich and Heidelberg leave from Sihlquai - Limmatstraße or Zürich Airport and arrive at Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz, Heidelberg, Heidelberg Central Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/11

No data

09/11

R 412

Today

R 400

11/11

No data

12/11

R 368

13/11

R 331

14/11

No data

15/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Zürich to Heidelberg was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of R 331

To 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 R 331 to R 501 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 R 331, which is on 2025-11-13.

Top travelled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud makes bus travel easy. We help travellers find a bus, plot routes, and book intercity bus tickets all over the world. Use Busbud to book your trip online, in your own language and currency, wherever you are. Busbud prides itself on its worldwide partnerships. We make it possible for you to buy tickets with its large network of trustworthy bus partners like Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.