The cheapest and fastest buses from Berlin to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
11 h 20 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
527 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Berlin to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Karlsruhe will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 11 buses that leave Berlin for Karlsruhe on Tue, Nov 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct buses cover the 527 km distance in an average of 11 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 20 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest buses will take 12 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare bus and train for Berlin to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 527 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€45 Average price Cheapest | €74 Average price |
9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration Fastest 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Karlsruhe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Karlsruhe buses for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:20 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 10h20 | 4:40 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 11h25 | 12:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 11h05 | 12:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Karlsruhe
Buses from Berlin to Karlsruhe run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €15 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 527 km distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 527 km |
Average bus duration 8h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 01:40 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Berlin to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Berlin to Karlsruhe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Karlsruhe by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Karlsruhe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB), which is located around 6.6 miles (10.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Karlsruhe Hbf, located 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Berlin to Karlsruhe
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 120, 123, 142, 147, 245 Metro: U55 Train: S3, S5, S7, S9
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