The cheapest and fastest buses from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 3 buses that leave Karlsruhe Hbf for Frankfurt am Main on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 126 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 126 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price |
2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt am Main buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h15 | 12:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h15 | 12:55 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h35 | 1:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
51511 | 10:40 AM Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang) | 2h30 | 1:10 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:50 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h35 | 4:25 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4754 | 1:55 PM Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang) | 2h30 | 4:25 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:20 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h55 | 5:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:20 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h35 | 4:55 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h10 | 4:55 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:50 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h30 | 6:20 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h15 | 7:00 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h10 | 9:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h30 | 10:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h10 | 10:25 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h35 | 11:20 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h25 | 1:20 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
Buses from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt am Main run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €6 by train.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:50, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 126 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 126 km |
Average bus duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 01:50 |
Last bus 21:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Centrotrans Eurolines from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Centrotrans Eurolines for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bakery & Café (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 78 Train: S3, S4, S5, S6 Tram: 15, 16
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