The cheapest and fastest coaches from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
32 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
Of the 27 buses that leave Heidelberg for Frankfurt am Main every day 27 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 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main 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 5m. 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 | £13 Average Price |
1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 03:00 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h30 | 04:30 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 03:00 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h50 | 04:50 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h20 | 06:40 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h45 | 07:05 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:45 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h00 | 06:45 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:45 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h25 | 07:10 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:40 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h30 | 08:10 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:40 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h50 | 08:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h25 | 12:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h00 | 12:20 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h45 | 13:15 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h25 | 12:55 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h05 | 15:25 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h30 | 15:50 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:45 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h40 | 16:25 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:10 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 2h05 | 17:15 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:10 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h45 | 16:55 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:50 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h30 | 18:20 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:40 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h05 | 21:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:05 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h40 | 22:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:05 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h20 | 22:25 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:35 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h45 | 23:20 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main
Buses from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 23 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 79 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 79 km |
Average bus duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36), located 8.4 miles (13.6 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Heidelberg and Frankfurt am Main
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bakery & Café (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 78 Train: S3, S4, S5, S6 Tram: 15, 16
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