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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Karlsruhe | Essen | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 3:21 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Karlsruhe to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Karlsruhe and Essen?
Stops in Karlsruhe
- AHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BBahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- CGoethestraße 17-19, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
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Karlsruhe
Gartenstraße 58, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany - E
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
Quebec Avenue, 77836 Rheinmünster, Germany
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Essen 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 Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Essen start from $37. The average price for this route is around $74. 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 Essen?
The average bus trip duration from Karlsruhe to Essen is 19h 20m, covering a distance of 181 miles (291 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Karlsruhe to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Karlsruhe to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Karlsruhe to Essen at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Karlsruhe to Essen?
A bus trip from Karlsruhe to Essen generates an estimated 7 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 Essen?
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 11357 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Karlsruhe to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Karlsruhe to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Essen?
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.
The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Essen was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $71To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $71 to $71 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $71 which is on 2026-01-16.
