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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Heidelberg to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Heidelberg and Cologne?
Stops in Heidelberg
- A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany - B
Heidelberg
Willy-Brandt-Platz 5, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany - C
Heidelberg Central Station
Kurfürsten-Anlage 60, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg to Cologne by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Heidelberg to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Heidelberg to Cologne start from $27. The average price for this route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Heidelberg to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Heidelberg to Cologne is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 198 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Heidelberg to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Heidelberg to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Heidelberg to Cologne at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Heidelberg to Cologne?
A bus trip from Heidelberg to Cologne generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Heidelberg to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Heidelberg to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Heidelberg to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Heidelberg to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $20To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Heidelberg to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $20 to $56 for a bus ticket from Heidelberg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-12-09.
