What is the travel distance from Heidelberg to Zürich?

The distance separating Heidelberg and Zürich is 142 miles (228 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Heidelberg to Zürich?

The majority of buses traveling from Heidelberg to Zürich start their journey at Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz and wind up at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Zürich?

Once in Zürich, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are St. Peters Church, Freitag Tower, Opera House, Church of Our Lady and Zürich Zoo.

Bus Heidelberg to Zürich from $23 | Compare & Save up to 60%

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from $86

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from $32

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from $88

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from $31

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: July 30 at 2:55am
Departure city: Heidelberg
Departure location: Alte Eppelheimer Straße
Arrival time: July 30 at 11:40pm
Destination city: Zürich
Destination location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 20h 45m

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $102	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$51 - $160	Average Duration3h 47m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$24 - $24	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Heidelberg to Zürich

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

5h 20mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest ticket

5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Heidelberg to Zürich: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$34

Average bus trip duration5h 20m

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure2:25am

Distance136 miles (218 km)

Latest bus departure10:10pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,790 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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

3.5/510,596 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

CH bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, Infobus, MarinoBus, Ecolines, RegioJet

Heidelberg to Zürich Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Zürich from Heidelberg, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Heidelberg and Zürich?

Stops in Heidelberg

A - Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz

B - Heidelberg

C - Heidelberg Central Station

Stops in Zürich

A - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

B - Zürich Airport

C - Schanzengasse, 12

D - Postsrasse

E - Schindellegistrasse, 1

Frequently asked questions for your trip Heidelberg - Zürich

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07/27

$32

07/28

$24

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$81

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$29

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$84

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The cheapest trip from Heidelberg to Zürich was searched and found on Jul 28, 2025 with a price of $24

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Heidelberg to Zürich, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $24 to $90 for a bus ticket from Heidelberg to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-07-31.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Heidelberg and Zürich!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Heidelberg to Zürich, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Heidelberg to Zürich.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Heidelberg to Zürich, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Where are the popular stops in Heidelberg and Zürich?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Heidelberg - Zürich

What is the travel distance from Heidelberg to Zürich?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Heidelberg to Zürich?

What are the best sights and things to do in Zürich?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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