The cheapest and fastest coaches from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
42 m
Buses per day
19
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 £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 19 buses that leave Heidelberg for Frankfurt am Main every day 19 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 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 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.
15:100h30Heidelberg15:40Frankfurt am Main£51One-way0 changes
18:000h40Heidelberg18:40Frankfurt am Main£61One-way0 changes
14:101h00Heidelberg15:10Frankfurt am Main£81One-way0 changes
10:000h40Heidelberg10:40Frankfurt am Main£81One-way0 changes
20:500h40Heidelberg21:30Frankfurt am Main£81One-way0 changes
15:100h30Heidelberg15:40Frankfurt am Main£51One-way0 changes
18:000h40Heidelberg18:40Frankfurt am Main£61One-way0 changes
10:000h40Heidelberg10:40Frankfurt am Main£81One-way0 changes
20:500h40Heidelberg21:30Frankfurt am Main£81One-way0 changes
14:101h00Heidelberg15:10Frankfurt am Main£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 4m. 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 |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price |
1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m 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, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2:00 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h30 | 3:30 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h50 | 3:50 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h55 | 7:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h30 | 7:05 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h30 | 10:25 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h50 | 10:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h05 | 11:25 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h35 | 11:55 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:00 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h40 | 14:40 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h05 | 14:25 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:20 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h30 | 14:50 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:55 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 2h05 | 16:00 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:55 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h40 | 15:35 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:40 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 1h05 | 20:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main
Buses from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 24 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:28. The fastest coach covers the 79 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 79 km |
Average bus duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 0:04 |
Last bus 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Heidelberg to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main 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: 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.

- 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 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
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