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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dortmund to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dortmund to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Karlsruhe will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 2 buses that leave Dortmund for Karlsruhe every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 287 km distance in an average of 6 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 10 m 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 Dortmund to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 287 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Dortmund to Karlsruhe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Karlsruhe coaches for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:40 Dortmund | 6h10 | 22:50 Karlsruhe | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:15 Dortmund | 6h00 | 01:15 Karlsruhe | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dortmund to Karlsruhe
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Buses from Dortmund to Karlsruhe run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 287 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 287 km |
Average bus duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie from Dortmund to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Dortmund to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dortmund to Karlsruhe coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Karlsruhe Hbf, located 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Dortmund and Karlsruhe
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Express (in the station)
- Bistro Central (0.2 km)
- Restaurant Heimatliebe (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 452, 453, 460 Metro: U41, U45, U47, U49 Train: S1, S2, S5
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