Find coaches from Giessen to Karlsruhe

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Next departures from Giessen to Karlsruhe on 30 October
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Flixbus
Gießen Mathematikum
Südseite HauptbahnhofCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Giessen to Karlsruhe

busbud logoWe recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day
1h 50mAverage duration
177 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$20 - US$26Average duration3h 20m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceUS$16 - US$31Average duration1h 50m
7kg CO₂e

Bus Giessen to Karlsruhe: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$22
Average bus trip duration3h 20m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure21:30
Distance178 km

Giessen to Karlsruhe Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Giessen - Karlsruhe

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Giessen to Karlsruhe cost?

    The bus ticket price from Giessen to Karlsruhe starts at US$20. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Giessen to Karlsruhe is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Giessen to Karlsruhe?

    The average travel time between Giessen and Karlsruhe is around 3h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 177 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Giessen and Karlsruhe?

    The number of buses from Giessen to Karlsruhe can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Giessen to Karlsruhe by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Giessen to Karlsruhe?

    When taking the bus from Giessen to Karlsruhe, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Giessen to Karlsruhe?

    Buses travelling between Giessen and Karlsruhe leave from Gießen (Licher Straße) or Bushaltestelle Liebigstraße and arrive at Südseite Hauptbahnhof, Karlsruhe Hbf, Goethestraße.

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Giessen to Karlsruhe, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Giessen to Karlsruhe will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

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