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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | CheapestFastest | |||||
| HAM Airport | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
| Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hamburg Hbf | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Heidelberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Heidelberg?
Stops in Hamburg
- B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , 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 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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Heidelberg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Heidelberg start from $33. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 Hamburg to Heidelberg?
The average bus trip duration from Hamburg to Heidelberg is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 297 miles (479 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Heidelberg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Heidelberg?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Heidelberg at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Heidelberg?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Heidelberg generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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 Hamburg to Heidelberg was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $49To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamburg to Heidelberg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $49 to $87 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-12-22.
