Bus Tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: March 21 at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: Frankfurt - Main bus station
    Arrival time: March 21 at
    Destination city: Karlsruhe
    Destination location: Karlsruhe
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
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Bus Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$15
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 15m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure12:40am
Distance125 km
Latest bus departure11:05pm

Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Frankfurt am Main - Karlsruhe

  1. How long is the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?

    The bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe takes 2h 15m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Karlsruhe in 1h 45m

  2. How far is Frankfurt am Main from Karlsruhe?

    The distance between Frankfurt am Main and Karlsruhe is around 126 km (78 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Frankfurt Airport, in Frankfurt am Main, and end it at Südseite Hauptbahnhof, in Karlsruhe.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe. Starting at $5, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?

    Taking the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe costs on average $15.

  6. Can you take a day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?

    Yes! Taking a day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe is very much possible. The round-trip travel time is approximately 3h 30m. Be sure to check the departure and arrival times before booking to ensure you'll have enough time to explore Karlsruhe.

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

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03-19
$12
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$14
03-21
$11
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$11
03-23
$9
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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $17 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-03-23.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?

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