Bus Tickets from Cologne to Karlsruhe

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Next departures for Cologne to Karlsruhe on November 20
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    		Cologne/Bonn Airport
    		KarlsruheCheapestFastest

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:49 AM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Karlsruhe

    We recommend carpooling

    Among 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 $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    9carpool per day
    3hAverage Duration
    238 kmDistance
    10kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$29 - $297Average Duration4h 40m
    6kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$28 - $259Average Duration2h 41m
    6kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average Price$26 - $47Average Duration3h
    10kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Karlsruhe by bus

    1. What is the travel distance from Cologne to Karlsruhe?

      The distance covered from Cologne to Karlsruhe is 239 km (148 miles).

    2. 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.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    11-14
    $163
    11-15
    $197
    Today
    $240
    11-17
    $31
    11-18
    No data
    11-19
    $28
    11-20
    $155
    11-21
    $131
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Karlsruhe was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $28

    To 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 $28 to $240 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 $28 which is on 2025-11-19.

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