How far is Essen from Heidelberg?

Essen and Heidelberg are 159 miles (256 km) apart.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Essen to Heidelberg leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Heidelberg?

Once in Heidelberg, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Walking Tour of the Old Town, Hiking and cycling, Parks and Gardens, Market Square with the Church of the Holy Spirit and Heidelberger Liebesstein.

Bus Essen to Heidelberg from $29 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Essen to Heidelberg on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 40m	5:10am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	4:05am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 30m	10:35am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 40m	12:55pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 25m	3:10pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	1:25pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	5h 30m	6:55pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Heidelberg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

160 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $44	Average Duration6h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$58 - $201	Average Duration3h 8m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $37	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Heidelberg?

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, 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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FlixBus

3.5/511,391 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,145 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Heidelberg by bus

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