How much is the bus ticket from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?

The cheapest coach tickets from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe start from MAD 67. The average price for this route is around MAD 99. 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 Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?

The average bus journey time from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe is 1h, covering a distance of 40 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Stuttgart to Karlsruhe route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?

The earliest bus departs from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe at 02:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

A bus journey from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe produces an estimated 1.6009 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 Stuttgart 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 11630 reviews.

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

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 Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Stuttgart 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.

Bus Stuttgart to Karlsruhe from MAD 50 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe on 27 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:20	STR Airport	1h	00:20	Karlsruhe	Cheapest
Bus	14:30	Stuttgart West, Leonberg	45m	15:15	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
Bus	02:20	STR Airport	1h 5m	03:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	04:45	STR Airport	1h	05:45	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	05:30	STR Airport	1h	06:30	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 09:45 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 42 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

42mAverage duration

39 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceMAD 67 - MAD 357	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceMAD 89 - MAD 1,360	Average duration42m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Stuttgart and Karlsruhe?

Stops in Stuttgart

A
Stuttgart Airport
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B
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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C
Wegpunkt Kornwestheim 1
Kornwestheimer Str. 99, 70439 Stuttgart, Germany
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D
Wegpunkt Kornwestheim 2
Westrandstraße, 70806 Kornwestheim, Germany
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E
Obertürkheim
Bahnhof Obertürkheim 1, 70329 Stuttgart, Germany

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

3.5/512,539 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/511,693 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi2.6

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Ecolines, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe

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 Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest coach tickets from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe start from MAD 67. The average price for this route is around MAD 99. 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 Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?
The average bus journey time from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe is 1h, covering a distance of 40 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Stuttgart to Karlsruhe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?
The earliest bus departs from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe at 02:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?
A bus journey from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe produces an estimated 1.6009 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 Stuttgart 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 11630 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?
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 Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Stuttgart 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.

Best price found

24/04

MAD 69

25/04

MAD 63

Today

MAD 63

27/04

MAD 57

28/04

MAD 57

29/04

MAD 57

30/04

MAD 63

01/05

MAD 63

The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 27 Apr 2026 with a price of MAD 57

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 57 to MAD 387 for a bus ticket from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 57, which is on 2026-04-27.

Usually FlixBus 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.