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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Hamburg
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Heidelberg
    Destination location: Alte Eppelheimer Straße
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $26
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Hamburg
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Heidelberg
    Destination location: Alte Eppelheimer Straße
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $26
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Hamburg
    Departure location: HAM Airport
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Heidelberg
    Destination location: Alte Eppelheimer Straße
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $54
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Hamburg
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Heidelberg
    Destination location: Alte Eppelheimer Straße
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $39
Bus Hamburg to Heidelberg: Trip Overview

Bus Hamburg to Heidelberg: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$42
Average bus trip duration11h
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure1:10 AM
Distance292 miles (470 km)
Latest bus departure11:35 PM

Hamburg to Heidelberg Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures6
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:10AM - 11:35PM
Minimum Price$19
Average Ticket Price$42
Minimum Trip Duration8h10m
Average Bus Trip Duration11h
Distance292 miles (470 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Hamburg - Heidelberg

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. The two options are practical and eco-friendly ways to reach Heidelberg. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

The average travel time from Hamburg to Heidelberg is about 11h, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 8h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 292 miles (470 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 292 miles (470 km).

On average, there are 6 daily departures on this route, offered by FlixBus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Hamburg to Heidelberg may vary. Want to make your bus journey from Hamburg to Heidelberg as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The first bus leaves at 1:10 AM and the last one leaves at 11:35 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Hamburg to Heidelberg start their journey at Hbf and wind up at Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Hamburg to Heidelberg by choosing to travel by bus. With prices starting at $19, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

The average bus ticket price from Hamburg to Heidelberg is $42. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $19 and $110, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Once in Heidelberg, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Old University, Kornmarkt with Madonna statue, Heidelberg Funicular Railway and the Königstuhl Mountain, Viewpoints and The Old Bridge.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Hamburg and Heidelberg!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Hamburg to Heidelberg, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Hamburg to Heidelberg.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Hamburg to Heidelberg, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Hamburg to Heidelberg?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time11hAvg Price$42Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time9h 54mAvg Price$50Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeCarpoolTravel Time6h 20mAvg Price$49Daily Departures3

The best way to travel between Hamburg and Heidelberg is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $42 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $19. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Heidelberg, choose the bus, as it will take you from Hamburg to Heidelberg in about 6h 20m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Hamburg by bus?

Bus from Heidelberg to Hamburg

You can also go to Heidelberg by train

Train from Hamburg to Heidelberg

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