How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Karlsruhe?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Karlsruhe start from $36. The average price for this route is around $54. 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 Lyon to Karlsruhe?

The average bus travel time from Lyon to Karlsruhe is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 452 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Lyon to Karlsruhe route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , ALSA .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lyon to Karlsruhe?

The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Karlsruhe at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Karlsruhe?

A bus trip from Lyon to Karlsruhe generates an estimated 11 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 Lyon to Karlsruhe?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61223 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Karlsruhe?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ALSA has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Lyon to Karlsruhe?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Karlsruhe?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Lyon to Karlsruhe from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lyon to Karlsruhe on February 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:20am	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	8h 15m	11:35am	Karlsruhe	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:25pm	Aéroport LYS	14h 40m	3:05am	Karlsruhe	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:07 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lyon to Karlsruhe

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

8h 45mAverage Duration

452 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $162	Average Duration8h 45m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$95 - $95	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Karlsruhe?

Stops in Lyon

A
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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B
Lyon Airport
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C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France
D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France
E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France
F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
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Stops in Karlsruhe

A
Südseite Hauptbahnhof
Hinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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B
Karlsruhe Hbf
Bahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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C
Goethestraße
Goethestraße 17-19, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
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D
Karlsruhe
Gartenstraße 58, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
E
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
Quebec Avenue, 77836 Rheinmünster, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,175 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,395 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi2.6

ALSA

4.5/561,242 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.5

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon 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 Lyon to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Karlsruhe start from $36. The average price for this route is around $54. 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 Lyon to Karlsruhe?
The average bus travel time from Lyon to Karlsruhe is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 452 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Karlsruhe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lyon to Karlsruhe?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Karlsruhe at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Karlsruhe?
A bus trip from Lyon to Karlsruhe generates an estimated 11 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 Lyon to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61223 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Karlsruhe?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ALSA has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Lyon to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

02-01

$94

02-02

$82

Today

No data

02-04

No data

02-05

$34

02-06

No data

02-07

$92

02-08

$41

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Karlsruhe was searched and found on Feb 5, 2026 with a price of $34

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

You can expect to pay from $34 to $94 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2026-02-05.