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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 13 buses that leave Düsseldorf 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 272 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf 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 11m. 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 £15, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 272 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£26 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price |
5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe coaches for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:30 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 5h40 | 17:10 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:25 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 5h30 | 21:55 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:15 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 5h45 | 02:00 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 20 November | |||||
| FlixBus | 06:00 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 6h45 | 12:45 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:35 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 6h30 | 15:05 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe
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Buses from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 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 272 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 272 km |
Average bus duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie from Düsseldorf to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Düsseldorf 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: Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 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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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Karlsruhe
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- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km)
- Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 725, 738, 752, 754, 834 Metro: U75, U78, U79 Train: S1, S6, S11
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