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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Heidelberg to Zurich
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Heidelberg to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Zurich will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 buses that leave Heidelberg for Zurich every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 227 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 45 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, coach and flight for Heidelberg to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £130.
Distance: 227 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price | £214 Average Price |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Heidelberg to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Zurich coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 03:30 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 5h20 | 08:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| 02:30 Heidelberg | 5h20 | 07:50 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Heidelberg to Zurich
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Buses from Heidelberg to Zurich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 227 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 227 km |
Average bus duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 02:25 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Heidelberg to ZurichYou can travel by bus between Heidelberg to Zurich with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Heidelberg to Zurich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Heidelberg, Bergheimer Straße (Betriebshof), which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Heidelberg and Zurich
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
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