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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Hamburg to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 40 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
521 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamburg to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Karlsruhe will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 5 buses that leave Hamburg for Karlsruhe on Sat, Mar 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 521 km distance in an average of 9 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 11 h 20 m 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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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hamburg to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 44m. 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 €25, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 521 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€41 Average price Cheapest | €78 Average price |
9h 2m Average total duration 8h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration Fastest 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Karlsruhe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Karlsruhe buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 1:50 PM Hamburg Hbf | 12h10 | 2:00 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 2:01 PM Hamburg Harburg | 11h59 | 2:00 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 7:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 8h55 | 4:10 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 7:50 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h20 | 7:10 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 8:01 AM Hamburg Harburg | 11h09 | 7:10 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 10h05 | 8:05 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Karlsruhe
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Buses from Hamburg to Karlsruhe run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €18 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 521 km distance in 8h 55m.
Distance 521 km |
Average bus duration 8h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Hamburg to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Hamburg to Karlsruhe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Hamburg to Karlsruhe
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- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Burger Lounge (0.3 km)
- Café Paris (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 120, 124, 130 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S1, S21
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