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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | CheapestFastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hamburg Hbf | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
| HAM Airport | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Harburg | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
| HAM Airport | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Karlsruhe
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Karlsruhe?
Stops in Hamburg
- B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany
Stops in Karlsruhe
- AHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BBahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- CGoethestraße 17-19, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
- D
Karlsruhe
Gartenstraße 58, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany - E
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
Quebec Avenue, 77836 Rheinmünster, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Karlsruhe by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Karlsruhe start from $48. The average price for this route is around $82. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
The average bus travel time from Hamburg to Karlsruhe is 14h 20m, covering a distance of 520 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Karlsruhe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Karlsruhe at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Karlsruhe generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11385 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Karlsruhe was searched and found on Jan 28, 2026 with a price of $51To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamburg to Karlsruhe, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $51 to $151 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2026-01-28.
