Berlin to Karlsruhe bus with FlixBus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Berlin to Karlsruhe

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

$40

Average price

$45

Fastest journey

7 h

Average duration

8 h 47 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

527 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Berlin to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Berlin to Karlsruhe will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $40.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Berlin for Karlsruhe every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 527 km distance in an average of 8 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .

The slowest buses will take 10 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.

FlixBusFlixBus
07:20AM10h20
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
05:40PMKarlsruhe Hbf
$401One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
07:00PM9h00
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
04:00AMKarlsruhe Hbf
$431One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
03:10PM7h00
Berlin
10:10PMKarlsruhe
$531One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach 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 coach with prices starting from $30. 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 coach costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $19.

Distance: 527 km

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Most popular
Train

$55

Average Price

Cheapest

$91

Average Price

9h 15m

Average total duration

8h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Berlin to Karlsruhe bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, 5 November
Last updated at 10:23 pm
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meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:20 am Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
10h20
4:40 pm Karlsruhe Hbf0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:00 pm Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
9h00
3:00 am Karlsruhe Hbf0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Berlin to Karlsruhe

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Buses from Berlin to Karlsruhe run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 but you can travel from only $19 by train.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $19
Distance
527 km
Average bus duration
8h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
$30
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
9h 0m
First bus
01:40
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $19

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Berlin to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 0m
Cheapest Price
$35
FlixBus frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Berlin to Karlsruhe coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Berlin to Karlsruhe with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Berlin to Karlsruhe.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Berlin to Karlsruhe can start from as little as $34 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Berlin to Karlsruhe is $57; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Berlin to Karlsruhe is on average 9 h   for the 527 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Berlin and Karlsruhe by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Berlin to Karlsruhe leaves at 6: 20am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Berlin to Karlsruhe leaves at 10: 35pm.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Berlin to Karlsruhe without having to change trains with FlixBus. There are 3 direct coaches from Berlin to Karlsruhe each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a coach from Berlin to Karlsruhe, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar or BlaBlaCar Bus for the best way to get you to Karlsruhe. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from Berlin to Karlsruhe and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Karlsruhe Hbf, located away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Berlin to Karlsruhe by coach is September.
You have options as you can travel from Berlin to Karlsruhe 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Berlin to Karlsruhe has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Berlin to Karlsruhe.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Berlin to Karlsruhe.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Berlin to Karlsruhe, follow these tips:

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Berlin to Karlsruhe.
    No, luggage for the coach from Berlin to Karlsruhe needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Berlin to Karlsruhe.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Berlin to Karlsruhe.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Berlin to Karlsruhe.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Berlin to Karlsruhe.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Karlsruhe

    Berlin
    Karlsruhe
    The major coach station for departures in Berlin is Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz for your trip from Berlin to Karlsruhe.
    Berlin, Bahnhof SüdkreuzWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    Hildegard-Knef-Platz 1, 10829 Berlin, Germany
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    6 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Hildegard-Knef-Platz
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
    • Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    Masurenallee 4-6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    9 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Masurenallee
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
    • Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
    • Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    • Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
    Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße)WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    Invalidenstrasse 102, 10557 Berlin, Germany
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Invalidenstraße
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße)
    • Bus: 120, 123, 142, 147, 245 Metro: U55 Train: S3, S5, S7, S9
    Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park)
    information
    Berlin, Alexanderplatz
    information
    Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel)
    information
    Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee)
    information
    Berlin, Hardenbergplatz (Zoologischer Garten)
    information

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