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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixbus + Flixtrain | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
 | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | No tags | |||||
| Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Dresden to Heidelberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 10 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dresden and Heidelberg?
Stops in Dresden
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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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dresden 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 Dresden to Heidelberg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Heidelberg start from $46. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 Dresden to Heidelberg?
The average bus trip duration from Dresden to Heidelberg is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 250 miles (403 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dresden to Heidelberg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dresden to Heidelberg?
The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Heidelberg at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dresden to Heidelberg?
A bus trip from Dresden to Heidelberg generates an estimated 10.074174999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dresden to Heidelberg was searched and found on Apr 17, 2026 with a price of $48To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dresden to Heidelberg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $48 to $59 for a bus ticket from Dresden to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2026-04-17.
