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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: May 3 atDeparture city: CologneDeparture location: Cologne/Bonn AirportArrival time: May 4 atDestination city: KarlsruheDestination location: KarlsruheOperated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
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| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
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| Average PriceUS$17 - US$224 | Average Duration19h 15m | 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestMost eco-friendly | ||
| Average PriceUS$29 - US$163 | Average Duration2h 11m | 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Fastest | ||
Carpool | Average PriceUS$20 - US$35 | Average Duration3h | 10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to KarlsruheAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Cologne to Karlsruhe: Trip Overview
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Cologne to Karlsruhe Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Karlsruhe
How long is the trip from Cologne to Karlsruhe by bus?
The typical travel time from Cologne to Karlsruhe by bus is around 19h 15m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Karlsruhe in 4h 5m
What is the travel distance from Cologne to Karlsruhe?
The distance covered from Cologne to Karlsruhe is 239 km (148 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cologne to Karlsruhe?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Cologne/Bonn Airport, in Cologne, and end it at Südseite Hauptbahnhof, in Karlsruhe.
What is the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Karlsruhe?
Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Cologne to Karlsruhe. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$17, making this your best choice for this trip.
How much does the bus ticket cost from Cologne to Karlsruhe?
The bus fare from Cologne to Karlsruhe is approximately US$101.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Karlsruhe was searched and found on May 6, 2025 with a price of US$18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Karlsruhe, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$164 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18 which is on 2025-05-06.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cologne to Karlsruhe.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cologne to Karlsruhe.
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Did you know?
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
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The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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