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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Heidelberg to Hamm. Traveling by bus from Heidelberg to Hamm usually takes around 9 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 24 minutes.
| Distance | 162 mi (260 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 24m |
| Cheapest price | €18.01 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Heidelberg to Hamm?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Heidelberg to Hamm. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 3 | 9h 43m | €28.61 |
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 3 trips from Heidelberg to Hamm, and usually makes the trip in about 9 hours and 43 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 bus takes an average of 9 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 260 kilometers from Heidelberg to Hamm. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 24 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Hamm. 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 01:00 and the last bus leaves at 09:00. To see the times for all buses from Heidelberg to Hamm, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Heidelberg to Hamm every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Heidelberg to Hamm; ticket prices start at €25.27.
City Information
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. Intercity bus 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 bus leave from in Heidelberg?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Central Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Heidelberg.
All bus stations in Heidelberg:
Central Station
Where does the bus arrive in Hamm?
Main arrival station: Willy-Brandt-Platz 1
All buses from Heidelberg arrive at one main station in Hamm.
Bus stations in Hamm:
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1
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