How much is the bus ticket from Heidelberg to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Heidelberg to Cologne start from $19. The average price for this route is around $26. 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 trip duration from Heidelberg to Cologne is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 123 miles (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 is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel 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 11143 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Cologne?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Heidelberg to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.

Bus Heidelberg to Cologne from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Heidelberg to Cologne on November 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:15am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	3h 45m	1:00pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	1:15pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	3h 30m	4:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:06pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 39m	4:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	11:50am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	3h 45m	3:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	12:20pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	3h 50m	4:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Heidelberg to Cologne on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:15am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	3h 45m	1:00pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	1:15pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	3h 30m	4:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:06pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	4h 39m	4:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	11:50am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	3h 45m	3:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	12:20pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	3h 50m	4:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 9:55 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Heidelberg to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

131 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $49	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $155	Average Duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $38	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

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

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,461 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,166 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $19. The average price for this route is around $26. 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 trip duration from Heidelberg to Cologne is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 123 miles (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 is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel 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 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Heidelberg to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.

Best price found

11/26

$15

11/27

$19

Today

$22

11/29

$22

11/30

$18

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The cheapest trip from Heidelberg to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $15

To 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 $15 to $46 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 $18 which is on 2025-11-30.