How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg start from $9. The average price for this route is around $12. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?

The average bus trip duration from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 49 miles (78 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?

The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 8:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?

A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45pm	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 35m	3:20pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	2:15pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 5m	3:20pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	10:50am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 45m	12:35pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	1:35pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 30m	3:05pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 25m	5:20pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45pm	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 35m	3:20pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	2:15pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 5m	3:20pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	1:05am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 15m	2:20am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	6:20am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 20m	7:40am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	10:50am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 45m	12:35pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 40m	7:40am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	2:15pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 5m	3:20pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	1:05am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 15m	2:20am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	6:20am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 20m	7:40am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	10:50am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 45m	12:35pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:10am	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 40m	12:50pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	2:15pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 5m	3:20pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	1:05am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 15m	2:20am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	6:20am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 20m	7:40am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	10:50am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 45m	12:35pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50am	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 35m	4:25am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	2:15pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 5m	3:20pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	1:05am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 15m	2:20am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	6:20am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 20m	7:40am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	10:50am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 45m	12:35pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:15am	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 10m	9:25am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	2:15pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 5m	3:20pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	1:05am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 15m	2:20am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	10:50am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 45m	12:35pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	5:40pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 15m	6:55pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:15am	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 10m	9:25am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	2:15pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 5m	3:20pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	1:05am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 15m	2:20am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	10:50am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 45m	12:35pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	1:35pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 30m	3:05pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:10pm	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 30m	9:40pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	2:15pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 5m	3:20pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	1:05am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 15m	2:20am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	6:20am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 20m	7:40am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	10:50am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 45m	12:35pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:30 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main 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 1 hour and with fares starting at just $4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

49 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $27	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$9 - $94	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$4 - $37	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Frankfurt am Main and Heidelberg?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A
Frankfurt Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
C
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Visit page
D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, 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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 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

3.5/511,168 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg start from $9. The average price for this route is around $12. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?
The average bus trip duration from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 49 miles (78 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?
The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 8:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?
A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/26

$9

11/27

$9

Today

$9

11/29

$9

11/30

$9

12/01

$7

12/02

$7

12/03

$7

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $7

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $7 to $28 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $7 which is on 2025-12-01.