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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 22 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Heidelberg every day 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.
FlixBus8:301h20Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)9:50Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof£61One-way0 changes- FlixBus13:451h35Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)15:20Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof£71One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:101h30Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)21:40Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof£71One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:001h05Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)12:05Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof£71One-way0 changes
- FlixBus17:001h45Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)18:45Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof£71One-way0 changes
- FlixBus17:401h05Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)18:45Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus14:151h05Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)15:20Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:351h05Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)21:40Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof£81One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:001h05Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)12:05Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof£71One-way0 changes
- FlixBus1:051h15Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)2:20Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 79 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg coaches for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 4:35 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1h55 | 6:30 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:55 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h35 | 6:30 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1h45 | 7:15 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:55 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h20 | 7:15 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 2h05 | 12:35 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:55 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h40 | 12:35 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1h05 | 12:05 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:20 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1h40 | 13:00 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:40 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h30 | 15:10 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1h35 | 15:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:15 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h05 | 15:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1h55 | 17:25 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:00 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h25 | 17:25 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:00 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1h45 | 18:45 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:40 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h05 | 18:45 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:10 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 2h00 | 20:10 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:40 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h30 | 20:10 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1h45 | 21:30 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:10 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1h30 | 21:40 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:10 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h20 | 21:30 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:35 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h05 | 21:40 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 22 July | |||||
| FlixBus | 0:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1h35 | 2:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:05 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h15 | 2:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1h35 | 4:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 25 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 79 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 79 km |
Average bus duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 0:04 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Frankfurt am Main to HeidelbergYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Heidelberg
Most Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg buses use the Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße). Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Heidelberg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Getting to Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) bus station facilities and services
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Hausmann's (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering various banking services.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Getting to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof from Heidelberg city centre
Getting to Heidelberg, Bergheimer Straße (Betriebshof) from Heidelberg city centre
Getting to Heidelberg, Czernyring (Post Waypoint) from Heidelberg city centre
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