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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Karlsruhe will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 12 buses that leave Cologne for Karlsruhe every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 238 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.
FlixBus13:354h30Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)18:05Karlsruhe Hbf£201One-way0 changes
18:102h40Cologne20:50Karlsruhe£201One-way0 changes- 17:302h50Cologne20:20Karlsruhe£201One-way0 changes
- 9:303h00Cologne12:30Karlsruhe£201One-way0 changes
- FlixBus10:455h25Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)16:10Karlsruhe Hbf£201One-way0 changes
- 18:102h40Cologne20:50Karlsruhe£201One-way0 changes
- 17:302h50Cologne20:20Karlsruhe£201One-way0 changes
- 18:502h50Cologne21:40Karlsruhe£211One-way0 changes
- 9:303h00Cologne12:30Karlsruhe£201One-way0 changes
- 18:503h00Cologne21:50Karlsruhe£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cologne to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. 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 £14, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 238 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg 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
Cologne to Karlsruhe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Karlsruhe coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 29 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 4:50 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 4h35 | 9:25 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:15 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 5h40 | 13:55 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:45 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 5h25 | 16:10 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 4h30 | 18:05 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 4h20 | 22:55 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 4h40 | 3:00 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:30 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 4h20 | 3:50 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Karlsruhe
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Buses from Cologne to Karlsruhe run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 238 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 238 km |
Average bus duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Karlsruhe coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Karlsruhe
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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