The cheapest and fastest buses from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Buses per day
2
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 €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 2 buses that leave Karlsruhe Hbf for Frankfurt am Main on Wed, Feb 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 126 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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 18m. 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 |
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price |
2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m 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, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:20 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h10 | 8:30 PM Frankfurt am Main | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
![]() | 9:40 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h30 | 12:10 PM Frankfurt am Main | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt am Main by train or bus
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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 24 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 24 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:55, the last at 19:20. The fastest bus covers the 126 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 126 km |
Average bus duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 04:55 |
Last bus 19:20 |
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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BlaBlaCar Bus
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Centrotrans Eurolines
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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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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