What's the distance between Karlsruhe and Basel by coach?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Basel by coach is approximately 107 miles (172 km).

How can I get from Karlsruhe to Basel without driving?

The best way to go from Karlsruhe to Basel without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Karlsruhe to Basel from £9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:40	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 5m	02:45	Basel SBB	Cheapest
	Bus	22:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:40	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 5m	02:45	Basel SBB	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest
Bus	00:55	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 55m	03:50	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	05:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	08:35	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	10:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	13:40	Basel SBB	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:55	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 55m	03:50	Basel SBB	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest
Bus	05:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	08:35	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	10:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	13:40	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	13:30	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	4h 10m	17:40	Basel SBB	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	08:35	Basel SBB	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest
Bus	00:55	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 55m	03:50	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	10:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	13:40	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	13:30	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	4h 10m	17:40	Basel SBB	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:55	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 55m	03:50	Basel SBB	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest
Bus	05:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	08:35	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	10:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	13:40	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	13:30	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	4h 10m	17:40	Basel SBB	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	13:40	Basel SBB	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest
Bus	23:40	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 5m	02:45	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	11:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	6h 10m	17:15	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags
Bus	23:55	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	7h 45m	07:40	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Basel

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 2 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

2h 2mAverage duration

105 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £51	Average duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£8 - £15	Average duration2h 2m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£10 - £19	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,381 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,143 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Karlsruhe and Basel?

Stops in Karlsruhe

A - Südseite Hauptbahnhof

B - Karlsruhe Hbf

C - Goethestraße

D - Karlsruhe

E - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport

Stops in Basel

A - Basel Central Station

B - Basel Badischer Bahnhof

C - Basel Bahnhofs

D - Arrêt d'autobus Basel

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Karlsruhe to Basel

What's the distance between Karlsruhe and Basel by coach?
The distance between Karlsruhe and Basel by coach is approximately 107 miles (172 km).
How can I get from Karlsruhe to Basel without driving?
The best way to go from Karlsruhe to Basel without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

18/11

£12

19/11

£11

Today

£11

21/11

£13

22/11

£12

23/11

£13

24/11

£10

25/11

£9

The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Basel was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £9

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

You can expect to pay from £9 to £28 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-11-25.