How much is the bus ticket from Berlin to Karlsruhe?

The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Karlsruhe start from $31. The average price for this route is around $53. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Berlin to Karlsruhe?

The average bus trip duration from Berlin to Karlsruhe is 11h 50m, covering a distance of 323 miles (520 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Berlin to Karlsruhe route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Karlsruhe at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Berlin to Karlsruhe generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Berlin to Karlsruhe from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Berlin to Karlsruhe on December 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:00pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h	4:00am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
6:10pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 50m	4:00am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
10:40pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	11h 35m	10:15am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
10:45pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	12h 5m	10:50am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Karlsruhe on December 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:10pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 50m	4:00am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
7:00pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h	4:00am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
2:20am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	11h 5m	1:25pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
7:20am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	10h 20m	5:40pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
12:35pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	11h 15m	11:50pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Karlsruhe on December 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:10pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 50m	4:00am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	7:00pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h	4:00am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	7:20am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	10h 20m	5:40pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:20am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 6m	3:26pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	1:35am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	11h 50m	1:25pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Karlsruhe on December 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:10pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 50m	4:00am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	7:00pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h	4:00am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	7:20am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	10h 20m	5:40pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:20am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 6m	3:26pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	1:35am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	11h 50m	1:25pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Karlsruhe on December 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:10pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 50m	4:00am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
7:00pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h	4:00am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
7:20am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	10h 20m	5:40pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
1:35am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	11h 50m	1:25pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
10:05am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	11h 15m	9:20pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Karlsruhe on December 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:10pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 50m	4:00am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	7:00pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h	4:00am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	7:20am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	10h 20m	5:40pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:20am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 6m	3:26pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	1:35am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	11h 50m	1:25pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Karlsruhe on December 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:10pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 50m	4:00am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	7:00pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h	4:00am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	7:20am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	10h 20m	5:40pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:20am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 6m	3:26pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	1:35am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	11h 50m	1:25pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Berlin to Karlsruhe

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

6h 50mAverage Duration

327 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $129	Average Duration11h 50m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $293	Average Duration5h 44m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$27 - $75	Average Duration6h 50m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Berlin and Karlsruhe?

Stops in Berlin

A
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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B
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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C
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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D
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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E
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
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F
Zoo
Hardenbergplatz 9, 10623 Berlin, Germany
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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

3.5/511,676 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Berlin to Karlsruhe by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Berlin to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Karlsruhe start from $31. The average price for this route is around $53. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Berlin to Karlsruhe?
The average bus trip duration from Berlin to Karlsruhe is 11h 50m, covering a distance of 323 miles (520 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Berlin to Karlsruhe route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Berlin to Karlsruhe?
The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Karlsruhe at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Berlin to Karlsruhe?
A bus trip from Berlin to Karlsruhe generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/19

$55

12/20

$61

Today

$61

12/22

$73

12/23

$64

12/24

$58

12/25

$55

12/26

$57

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Karlsruhe was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $55

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

You can expect to pay from $55 to $146 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-12-25.