4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Karlsruhe will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 12 buses that leave Basel for Karlsruhe every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 172 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basel to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 172 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Karlsruhe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Karlsruhe coaches for today, Friday 13 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 4743 · 30492 | 20:00 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 6h05 | 02:05 Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 14 February | |||||
| FlixBus | 00:05 Basel, Bahnhof | 2h40 | 02:45 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 01:55 Basel, Bahnhof | 2h50 | 04:45 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 03:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 3h20 | 07:10 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 Basel, Bahnhof | 4h05 | 14:15 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:30 Basel, Bahnhof | 3h10 | 16:40 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 3h00 | 20:40 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Karlsruhe
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Buses from Basel to Karlsruhe run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 172 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 172 km |
Average bus duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee from Basel to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Basel to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basel to Karlsruhe coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Karlsruhe by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Karlsruhe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Karlsruhe
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:30-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Swiss (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station)
- Café Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 30, 50 Tram: 8, 10, 11 Train: S3, S6
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