Bus Tickets from Karlsruhe to Zurich

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TodayMay 7
from US$18
TomorrowMay 8
from US$13
FriMay 9
from US$7
SatMay 10
SunMay 11
from US$53
MonMay 12
from US$7
TueMay 13
WedMay 14

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 8 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Karlsruhe
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: Zurich
    Destination location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 8 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Südseite Hauptbahnhof
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: Zurich
    Destination location: Sihlquai
    Operated by: MarinoBusMarinoBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 8 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Südseite Hauptbahnhof
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: Zurich
    Destination location: Sihlquai
    Operated by: MarinoBusMarinoBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Karlsruhe to Zurich

Bus
Average PriceUS$7 - US$92Average Duration4h 30m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$35 - US$98Average Duration3h 1m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$18 - US$34Average Duration3h
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Karlsruhe to Zurich

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zurich. The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just US$18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
3hAverage Duration
US$18Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Karlsruhe to Zurich: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$29
Average Bus Trip Duration4h 30m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure3:20am
Distance179 km
Latest bus departure11:40pm

Karlsruhe to Zurich Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Karlsruhe - Zurich

  1. How long does it take to get to Zurich from Karlsruhe by bus?

    The typical travel time from Karlsruhe to Zurich by bus is around 4h 30m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Zurich in 3h 40m

  2. What is the distance between Karlsruhe and Zurich?

    The distance covered from Karlsruhe to Zurich is 183 km (114 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Südseite Hauptbahnhof, in Karlsruhe, and end it at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, in Zurich.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Karlsruhe to Zurich?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Karlsruhe to Zurich. With a starting ticket price of US$7, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Karlsruhe to Zurich?

    The bus fare from Karlsruhe to Zurich is approximately US$29.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
05-05
US$22
05-06
US$19
Today
US$17
05-08
US$12
05-09
US$5
05-10
US$12
05-11
US$49
05-12
US$5
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Zurich was searched and found on May 9, 2025 with a price of US$5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Zurich, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$5 to US$49 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Zurich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$5 which is on 2025-05-09.

Usually MARN will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Karlsruhe to Zurich.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Karlsruhe to Zurich, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Karlsruhe to Zurich will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Karlsruhe to Zurich, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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