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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Göttingen to Heidelberg. Traveling by coach from Göttingen to Heidelberg usually takes around 5 hours and 7 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 4 hours and 20 minutes.
Distance | 158 mi (254 km) |
Shortest duration | 4h 20m |
Cheapest price | £10.46 |
Trips per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus |
Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Göttingen to Heidelberg?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Göttingen to Heidelberg. FlixBus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2 | 5h 7m | £17.76 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Göttingen to Heidelberg, and usually makes the trip in about 5 hours and 7 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 5 hours and 7 minutes to cover the 158 miles from Göttingen to Heidelberg. However, the fastest coach only takes 4 hours and 20 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Travelers prefer riding the coach on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Heidelberg. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
The first coach leaves at 03:00 and the last coach leaves at 12:00. To see the times for all coaches from Göttingen to Heidelberg, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Göttingen to Heidelberg. Both of these are direct coaches, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring coaches at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Göttingen to Heidelberg; ticket prices start at £15.00.
City Information
Göttingen
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Link to image attributionGöttingen is a city in central Germany, and its highlight is the University of Göttingen, founded in 1737. The university was once the most-visited university in Europe. Its grand splendour is still visible today, especially in the Göttingen State and University Library and its Old Botanical Garden.
The city centre of Göttingen is another lovely spot to stroll around, with its many picturesque buildings and charming cobblestone streets. To explore the history and cultural significance of the city, check out the Göttingen City Museum. Make sure to stop in the marketplace in front of the Old Town Hall, too. In the corner of the square, you'll find Vierkirchenblick, a metal plate in the ground from which you can see the four most important churches in Göttingen.
Although Göttingen is relatively far from any of Germany's most significant cities, robust transportation still makes traveling there a breeze. Frequent Deutsche Bahn trains connect the city to Hamburg, Munich, Cologne, Antwerp, and more. Intercity coaches operated by FlixBus and Sindbad offer additional ground travel at very affordable prices.
Heidelberg
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Located on the river Neckar in the southwest of Germany, the university town of Heidelberg is one of the country's most popular destinations. From impressive Baroque and Renaissance architecture to exciting museums, festive Christmas markets, and fantastic shopping, this town has something for everyone.
The first thing you'll see in Heidelberg is the Schloss Heidelberg or Heidelberg Palace. Sitting on a hill overlooking the city, this impressive castle was once the seat of Heidelberg's Prince-Electors. Although rebuilt following the Thirty Years War in the 1600s, this beautiful ruin is open to visitors with audio tours available daily. And as one of the most-Instagrammed castles in Germany, the palace is the perfect backdrop for your next envy-inspiring post. While in the castle, visit the Apotheken-Museum, which displays the history of pharmacies and medical science in Germany.
Heidelberg is also home to the famous hike, Philosopher's Way. Taking its name from the many university academics that used to hike this route for the solitude and views to inspire them, this route rambles up the southern side of the Heiligenberg. With exotic vegetation and a temperate climate during the summer months, it's easy to think that you've accidentally walked all the way to the Mediterranean.
Although Heidelberg does not have an airport, the Mannheim Airport is under 15km away, and it's easy to take a train from Mannheim to Heidelberg. Coach service provides transportation to Heidelberg from many domestic and international destinations. Many direct trains run to Heidelberg from across Germany and other European cities, too, so there is no shortage of travel options to get to this fabulous city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Göttingen?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Berliner Straße
Most coaches depart from the main station in Göttingen.
All coach stations in Göttingen:
Berliner Straße
Where does the coach arrive in Heidelberg?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Central Station
All coaches from Göttingen arrive at one main station in Heidelberg.
Coach stations in Heidelberg:
Central Station
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