How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Karlsruhe?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Karlsruhe start at R 421. The average price for this route is around R 631. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Lyon to Karlsruhe?

The average bus journey time from Lyon to Karlsruhe is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 452 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Lyon to Karlsruhe route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , ALSA .

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

The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Karlsruhe at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.

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

A bus trip from Lyon to Karlsruhe produces an estimated 11 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 Lyon to Karlsruhe?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61223 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lyon to Karlsruhe?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Karlsruhe?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Lyon to Karlsruhe from R 348 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lyon to Karlsruhe on 7 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:25	Aéroport LYS	14h 40m	03:05	Karlsruhe	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Lyon to Karlsruhe on 8 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	03:20	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	8h 15m	11:35	Karlsruhe	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:25	Aéroport LYS	14h 40m	03:05	Karlsruhe	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:21 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lyon to Karlsruhe

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 421, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

8h 45mAverage duration

452 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 421 - R 1 897	Average duration8h 45m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 102 - R 1 102	Average duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Karlsruhe?

Stops in Lyon

A
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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B
Lyon Airport
C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France
D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France
E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France
F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Visit page

Stops in Karlsruhe

A
Südseite Hauptbahnhof
Hinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
Visit page
B
Karlsruhe Hbf
Bahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
Visit page
C
Goethestraße
Goethestraße 17-19, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
Visit page
D
Karlsruhe
Gartenstraße 58, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
E
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
Quebec Avenue, 77836 Rheinmünster, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 176 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 395 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

ALSA

4.5/561 243 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Karlsruhe 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 Lyon to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Karlsruhe start at R 421. The average price for this route is around R 631. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lyon to Karlsruhe?
The average bus journey time from Lyon to Karlsruhe is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 452 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Karlsruhe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Karlsruhe?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Karlsruhe at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Karlsruhe?
A bus trip from Lyon to Karlsruhe produces an estimated 11 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 Lyon to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61223 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Karlsruhe?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lyon to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

01/02

R 1 101

02/02

R 958

Today

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04/02

No data

05/02

R 395

06/02

No data

07/02

R 1 091

08/02

R 478

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 05 Feb 2026 with a price of R 395

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

You can expect to pay from R 395 to R 1 101 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 395, which is on 2026-02-05.