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Kunsthalle Heidelberg
Major art museum with collections spanning the nineteenth century to today, plus changing exhibitions in a striking riverside building.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 51 m
Buses on 05 Sept
8
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Heidelberg will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 8 buses from Cologne to Heidelberg, including 6 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 210 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 210 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price | £35 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Heidelberg:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Heidelberg costing on average £29.
Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 5m.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £18. The journey takes 3h 0m versus 2h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Heidelberg coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:15 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 5h05 | 2:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:35 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 4h45 | 4:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 4h55 | 7:15 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 8:15 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 4h45 | 13:00 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 4h25 | 15:10 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:35 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 3h35 | 17:10 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:40 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 4h05 | 18:45 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:35 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 3h40 | 19:15 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Cologne to Heidelberg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 210 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 210 km |
Average bus duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Heidelberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Heidelberg trip today.
Major art museum with collections spanning the nineteenth century to today, plus changing exhibitions in a striking riverside building.
Museum on the Electoral Palatinate inside Morass Palace, with art, history and changing displays that illuminate regional life and culture.
Compact student prison museum where university offenders were once confined. Preserved graffiti and cells offer an unusual academic history.
Heidelberg’s atmospheric Old Town with lanes, squares and baroque facades. Ideal for walking between the river, churches and castle paths.
Riverside philosophers’ path above the Neckar, famous for broad views across Heidelberg, the castle and the Old Town rooftops.
Long pedestrian high street lined with shops, historic buildings and side alleys. A practical route through the heart of the Old Town.
A hearty pork stomach stuffed with minced pork, potatoes and spices. It is a classic Palatinate speciality long associated with Heidelberg taverns.
A rich stew of beef, pork, bacon and sausage with potatoes. It is a filling regional dish from the Palatinate and Odenwald area around Heidelberg.
Liver dumplings, usually served in broth or with sauerkraut and bread. They are a traditional everyday dish in the Heidelberg and Palatinate region.
Refined restaurant and wine tavern in the Altstadt with seasonal German cooking, a strong wine list and an intimate atmosphere.
Historic brewery tavern in the Altstadt known for house beers and classic regional dishes in a lively, traditional setting.
Long-running student tavern and restaurant with a rustic feel, pouring local beers and serving straightforward regional dishes.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and regional rail are reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Heidelberg, Alte Eppelheimer Straße (Hbf) -> Bismarckplatz, Heidelberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Heidelberg by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Heidelberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Heidelberg buses use the Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg, Alte Eppelheimer Straße (Hbf). Use this guide to compare Cologne and Heidelberg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and baggage claim area.
Ticket office support is available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).
Available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.
Heidelberg, Bergheimer Straße (Betriebshof) is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg, Bergheimer Straße (Betriebshof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg, Bergheimer Straße (Betriebshof). ATMs are available at Heidelberg, Bergheimer Straße (Betriebshof).
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg, Bergheimer Straße (Betriebshof).
Available at Heidelberg, Bergheimer Straße (Betriebshof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg, Bergheimer Straße (Betriebshof): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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