Standard
- Power plugs
- WC
- Air-conditioned
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£46
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£50
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
10 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
11 h 58 m
Buses on 05 Sept
3
Distance
404 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Geneva to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Heidelberg will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £46.
To travel from Geneva to Heidelberg you need to make at least one change.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, while a flight costs an average of £167.
Distance: 404 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price | £167 Average Price | £122 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Geneva to Heidelberg:
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Heidelberg costing on average £64.
A coach is £123 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Heidelberg costing on average £167.
Other travel options to Heidelberg take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 43m.
Flight takes on average 7h 50m.
Tickets start at around £44 compared to roughly £122 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £78. The journey takes 6h 43m versus 5h 12m 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 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 Geneva 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 | 23:25 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 16h45 | 16:10 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 17h35 | 17:30 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 change | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:15 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 10h35 | 10:50 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:25 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 13h45 | 15:10 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 11h35 | 21:35 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1 change | |
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Buses from Geneva to Heidelberg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 404 km distance in 9h 31m.
Distance 404 km |
Average bus duration 6h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 31m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:25 |
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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 Geneva 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 Geneva to Heidelberg buses use the Geneve, Place Dorcière to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg, Alte Eppelheimer Straße (Hbf). Use this guide to compare Geneva and Heidelberg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Geneve, Place Dorcière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km), Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Geneve, Place Dorcière.
Available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Swiss Bakery (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Gare Routière.
Available at Genève, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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