How much is the bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Basel?

The cheapest bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Basel start at R 224. The average price for this route is around R 403. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Karlsruhe to Basel?

The average bus journey time from Karlsruhe to Basel is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 168 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Karlsruhe to Basel route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Karlsruhe to Basel at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

A bus trip from Karlsruhe to Basel produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Karlsruhe to Basel?

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 11230 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Basel?

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 Basel?

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 Karlsruhe to Basel from R 257 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	00:45	Basel SBB	CheapestFastest
Bus	13:30	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	4h 10m	17:40	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	13:30	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	17:15	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 24 December
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 25 December
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	14:20	Karlsruhe	4h 10m	18:30	Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)	No tags
Bus	05:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	08:35	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	13:30	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	4h 10m	17:40	Basel SBB	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 26 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:20	Karlsruhe	4h 10m	18:30	Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof 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 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	00:45	Basel SBB	CheapestFastest
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
Bus	13:30	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	4h 10m	17:40	Basel SBB	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 29 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	14:20	Karlsruhe	4h 10m	18:30	Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 30 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	00:45	Basel SBB	CheapestFastest
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
Bus	13:30	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	4h 10m	17:40	Basel SBB	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:20 PM CET.

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 1 hour 42 minutes and with fares starting at just R 158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1h 42mAverage duration

170 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 224 - R 1 284	Average duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 158 - R 362	Average duration1h 42m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 179 - R 455	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Karlsruhe and Basel?

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

Stops in Basel

A
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
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C
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
D
Arrêt d'autobus Basel
Allschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 704 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 276 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

CH Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe to Basel by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Basel?
The cheapest bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Basel start at R 224. The average price for this route is around R 403. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Karlsruhe to Basel?
The average bus journey time from Karlsruhe to Basel is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 168 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Karlsruhe to Basel route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Karlsruhe to Basel?
The earliest bus departs from Karlsruhe to Basel at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Karlsruhe to Basel?
A bus trip from Karlsruhe to Basel produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Karlsruhe to Basel?
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 11230 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Karlsruhe to Basel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Basel?
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 Basel?
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

21/12

R 401

22/12

R 454

Today

R 413

24/12

R 362

25/12

R 351

26/12

R 402

27/12

R 361

28/12

R 719

The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Basel was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of R 351

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 R 351 to R 928 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 R 351, which is on 2025-12-25.