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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Heidelberg
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Heidelberg will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 5 buses that leave Zurich 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 227 km distance in an average of 3 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 15 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Heidelberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Heidelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. 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 £16, and a flight costs an average of £114.
Distance: 227 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price | £185 Average Price |
5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Heidelberg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Heidelberg coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:20 Zurich | 5h10 | 20:30 Heidelberg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| 253 | 10:55 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 6h15 | 17:10 Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Heidelberg
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Buses from Zurich to Heidelberg run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 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 10m.
Distance 227 km |
Average bus duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 02:25 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Zurich to HeidelbergYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Heidelberg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Zurich to Heidelberg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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 Zurich and Heidelberg
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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