How can I travel from Rome to Heidelberg without flying?

The bus is the best choice to get to Heidelberg without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long does it take to get to Heidelberg from Rome by bus?

The travel time from Rome to Heidelberg is about 22h, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 18h 30m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 550 miles (887 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Rome to Heidelberg?

About 550 miles (887 km) separate Rome and Heidelberg.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Rome to Heidelberg start their journey at Rome Tiburtina Bus Station and wind up at Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the most cost-effective way to go from Rome to Heidelberg?

Go for the bus if you want the most economical way to travel this route. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $127.

How much are the bus tickets from Rome to Heidelberg?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Rome to Heidelberg is $152. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $127 and $208, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

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 Heidelberg Castle (with the Barrel Cellar and the German Pharmacy Museum), Weisse Flotte Heidelberg (White Fleet), Heidelberger Liebesstein, The Old Bridge and Heidelberg Funicular Railway and the Königstuhl Mountain.

Rome to Heidelberg Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Rome to Heidelberg.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$127 - $208	Average Duration22h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$77 - $77	Average Duration13h 10m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Rome to Heidelberg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 13 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

13h 10mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest ticket

37kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Rome to Heidelberg: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$152

Average bus trip duration22h

Number of daily buses21

Earliest bus departure12:15am

Distance555 miles (894 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

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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.

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Rome to Heidelberg Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Rome and Heidelberg?

Stops in Rome

A - Rome Ciampino Airport

B - Rome Tiburtina Bus Station

C - Rome Fiumicino Airport

D - Castro Pretorio

E - Roma

F - Anagnina

Stops in Heidelberg

A - Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz

B - Heidelberg

C - Heidelberg Central Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Rome - Heidelberg

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Rome to Heidelberg.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rome 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 Rome to Heidelberg.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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 average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Rome by bus?

Bus from Rome to Heidelberg

You can also go to Heidelberg by train

Train from Rome to Heidelberg

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