How much is the bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Bratislava?

The cheapest bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Bratislava start from CHF 42. The average price for this route is around CHF 60. 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 Karlsruhe to Bratislava?

The average bus trip duration from Karlsruhe to Bratislava is 13h 36m, covering a distance of 403 miles (649 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Karlsruhe to Bratislava route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Openline , LIKEBUS , BlaBlaCar Bus , Eurobus , KLR Bus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Karlsruhe to Bratislava at 2:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Karlsruhe to Bratislava generates an estimated 16.2204 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Karlsruhe to Bratislava?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Openline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Karlsruhe to Bratislava?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is KLR Bus , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Karlsruhe to Bratislava from CHF 34 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Karlsruhe to Bratislava on April 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:20pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	14h 15m	6:35am	Most SNP	Cheapest
	11:20pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	12h 40m	12:00pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Fastest
	10:15am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	13h 10m	11:25pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	2:23pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	15h 37m	6:00am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
	6:25pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	12h 50m	7:15am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags

Next departures for Karlsruhe to Bratislava on April 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:35am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	11h 40m	6:15pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Cheapest
	6:35am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	11h 25m	6:00pm	Most SNP	Fastest
	12:30pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	11h 31m	12:01am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	2:23pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	15h 37m	6:00am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
	5:05pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	13h 20m	6:25am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:10 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Karlsruhe to Bratislava

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 13 hours 36 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day

13h 36mAverage Duration

403 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCHF 42 - CHF 130	Average Duration13h 36m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCHF 60 - CHF 62	Average Duration14h 34m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Karlsruhe and Bratislava?

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 Bratislava

A
Bratislava Airport
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B
Most SNP
Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
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C
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
D
AS Mlynské nivy
Mlynské nivy 5537, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia
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E
Staatsgrenze
61, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
F
BTS Airport
Páričkova 1093/7, 821 08 Bratislava, Slovakia

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,516 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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.

Openline

2.6/519 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi5.0

LIKEBUS

3.7/529 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.6

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/511,669 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Eurobus

3.8/542 reviews

KLR Bus

4.0/521 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi4.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Bratislava 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 Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
The cheapest bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Bratislava start from CHF 42. The average price for this route is around CHF 60. 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 Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
The average bus trip duration from Karlsruhe to Bratislava is 13h 36m, covering a distance of 403 miles (649 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Karlsruhe to Bratislava route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Openline, LIKEBUS, BlaBlaCar Bus, Eurobus, KLR Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
The earliest bus departs from Karlsruhe to Bratislava at 2:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
A bus trip from Karlsruhe to Bratislava generates an estimated 16.2204 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Openline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

04/21

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04/22

CHF 42

Today

CHF 43

04/24

CHF 49

04/25

CHF 34

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The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Bratislava was searched and found on Apr 25, 2026 with a price of CHF 34

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

You can expect to pay from CHF 34 to CHF 91 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 34 which is on 2026-04-25.