How much is the bus ticket from Stuttgart to Heidelberg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Stuttgart to Heidelberg start at R 176. The average price for this route is around R 207. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Stuttgart to Heidelberg?

The average bus journey time from Stuttgart to Heidelberg is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 89 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Stuttgart to Heidelberg route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stuttgart to Heidelberg?

The earliest bus departs from Stuttgart to Heidelberg at 04:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stuttgart to Heidelberg?

A bus trip from Stuttgart to Heidelberg produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Stuttgart to Heidelberg from R 116 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Stuttgart to Heidelberg on 29 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:15	STR Airport	1h 45m	01:00	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Stuttgart to Heidelberg on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30	STR Airport	2h 45m	15:15	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	23:15	STR Airport	1h 45m	01:00	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	04:45	STR Airport	1h 55m	06:40	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	07:20	STR Airport	1h 50m	09:10	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	09:40	STR Airport	2h 5m	11:45	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Heidelberg on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:45	STR Airport	1h 55m	06:40	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	23:15	STR Airport	1h 45m	01:00	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	07:20	STR Airport	1h 50m	09:10	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	09:40	STR Airport	2h 5m	11:45	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	11:00	STR Airport	2h 10m	13:10	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Heidelberg on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:45	STR Airport	1h 55m	06:40	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	23:15	STR Airport	1h 45m	01:00	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	07:20	STR Airport	1h 50m	09:10	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	09:40	STR Airport	2h 5m	11:45	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	11:00	STR Airport	2h 10m	13:10	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Heidelberg on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:45	STR Airport	1h 55m	06:40	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	23:15	STR Airport	1h 45m	01:00	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	07:20	STR Airport	1h 50m	09:10	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	09:40	STR Airport	2h 5m	11:45	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	11:00	STR Airport	2h 10m	13:10	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Heidelberg on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:45	STR Airport	1h 55m	06:40	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	23:15	STR Airport	1h 45m	01:00	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	07:20	STR Airport	1h 50m	09:10	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	11:00	STR Airport	2h 10m	13:10	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	12:30	STR Airport	2h 45m	15:15	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Heidelberg on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30	STR Airport	2h 45m	15:15	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Cheapest
Bus	23:15	STR Airport	1h 45m	01:00	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	Fastest
Bus	07:20	STR Airport	1h 50m	09:10	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	11:00	STR Airport	2h 10m	13:10	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags
Bus	12:45	STR Airport	2h 10m	14:55	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:21 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Stuttgart to Heidelberg

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

45mAverage duration

79 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 176 - R 325	Average duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 128 - R 1 133	Average duration45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 98 - R 240	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Stuttgart and Heidelberg?

Stops in Stuttgart

A
Stuttgart Airport
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B
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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C
Wegpunkt Kornwestheim 2
Westrandstraße, 70806 Kornwestheim, Germany
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D
Wegpunkt Kornwestheim 1
Kornwestheimer Str. 99, 70439 Stuttgart, Germany
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E
Obertürkheim
Bahnhof Obertürkheim 1, 70329 Stuttgart, Germany

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 162 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 12162 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 176

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Heidelberg by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Stuttgart to Heidelberg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stuttgart to Heidelberg start at R 176. The average price for this route is around R 207. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Stuttgart to Heidelberg?
The average bus journey time from Stuttgart to Heidelberg is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 89 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Stuttgart to Heidelberg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stuttgart to Heidelberg?
The earliest bus departs from Stuttgart to Heidelberg at 04:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stuttgart to Heidelberg?
A bus trip from Stuttgart to Heidelberg produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

27/01

R 148

28/01

R 159

Today

R 159

30/01

R 169

31/01

R 159

01/02

R 159

02/02

R 139

03/02

R 129

The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Heidelberg was searched and found on 03 Feb 2026 with a price of R 129

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

You can expect to pay from R 129 to R 209 for a bus ticket from Stuttgart to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 129, which is on 2026-02-03.