Mainz to Heidelberg bus with FlixBus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Mainz to Heidelberg

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£8

Fastest journey

40 m

Average duration

50 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

71 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Mainz to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Mainz to Heidelberg will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Mainz for Heidelberg every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 71 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 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.

BlaBlaCar
17:200h40
Mainz
18:00Heidelberg
£71One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
12:001h00
Mainz
13:00Heidelberg
£71One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
06:500h50
Mainz
07:40Heidelberg
£71One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
06:100h50
Mainz
07:00Heidelberg
£91One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
12:300h50
Mainz
13:20Heidelberg
£91One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Mainz to Heidelberg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. 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 £6, and a train costs an average of £6.

Distance: 71 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

£20

Average Price

1h 54m

Average total duration

1h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 1m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
FlixBus

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Live departures

Mainz to Heidelberg bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 23:14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blablacar05:10 Mainz
0h50
06:00 Heidelberg0 changesdirect
blablacar05:50 Mainz
0h50
06:40 Heidelberg0 changesdirect
blablacar11:00 Mainz
1h00
12:00 Heidelberg0 changesdirect
blablacar11:30 Mainz
0h50
12:20 Heidelberg0 changesdirect
blablacar16:20 Mainz
0h40
17:00 Heidelberg0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Mainz to Heidelberg

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Buses from Mainz to Heidelberg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
71 km
Average bus duration
1h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
2h 15m
First bus
08:30
Last bus
20:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Mainz to HeidelbergYou can travel by bus between Mainz to Heidelberg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£6
FlixBus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Mainz to Heidelberg coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Mainz to Heidelberg with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Mainz to Heidelberg.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Mainz to Heidelberg can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Mainz to Heidelberg is £7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Mainz to Heidelberg is 1 h 40 min   to travel the 43 mile long journey, with around there are 2 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Mainz to Heidelberg leaves at 07: 39. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Mainz to Heidelberg leaves at 18: 49.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Mainz to Heidelberg without having to change trains with FlixBus. There are 2 direct coaches from Mainz to Heidelberg each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the trip from Mainz to Heidelberg you can take a coach with FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Mainz to Heidelberg on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz), which is located around 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Heidelberg from Mainz is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Mainz to Heidelberg by coach is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Mainz and Heidelberg including taking a train or coach.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Mainz and Heidelberg

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Heidelberg
The major coach station for departures in Mainz is Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz) for your trip from Mainz to Heidelberg.
Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz)
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