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| Bus | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Karlsruhe and Essen?
Stops in Karlsruhe
- AHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BBahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- CGoethestraße 17-19, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
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Karlsruhe
Gartenstraße 58, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany - E
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
Quebec Avenue, 77836 Rheinmünster, Germany
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Karlsruhe to Essen
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Essen?
The cheapest coach tickets from Karlsruhe to Essen start from £34. The average price for this route is around £63. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Karlsruhe to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Karlsruhe to Essen is 19h 20m, covering a distance of 181 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Karlsruhe to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Karlsruhe to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Karlsruhe to Essen at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Karlsruhe to Essen?
A bus journey from Karlsruhe to Essen produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Karlsruhe to Essen?
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 11143 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Karlsruhe to Essen?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Karlsruhe to Essen?
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 Karlsruhe to Essen?
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 Karlsruhe to Essen was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £54To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £54 to £54 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £54, which is on 2025-11-29.
