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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hamburg to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
10 h 40 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
521 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hamburg to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Karlsruhe will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
Of the 5 buses that leave Hamburg for Karlsruhe every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 521 km distance in an average of 10 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 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.
FlixBus20:158h55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof5:10Karlsruhe Hbf£401One-way0 changes- FlixBus+
FlixTrain8:4211h28Hamburg Harburg20:10Karlsruhe Hbf£431One-way1 change - FlixBus+FlixTrain8:3011h40Hamburg Hbf20:10Karlsruhe Hbf£431One-way1 change
- FlixBus18:5011h10Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof6:00Karlsruhe Hbf£431One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:0010h05Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof21:05Karlsruhe Hbf£451One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:158h55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof5:10Karlsruhe Hbf£401One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:0010h05Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof21:05Karlsruhe Hbf£451One-way0 changes
- FlixBus18:5011h10Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof6:00Karlsruhe Hbf£431One-way0 changes
- FlixBus+FlixTrain8:4211h28Hamburg Harburg20:10Karlsruhe Hbf£431One-way1 change
- FlixBus+FlixTrain8:3011h40Hamburg Hbf20:10Karlsruhe Hbf£431One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hamburg to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 521 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price |
8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration Fastest 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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
Hamburg to Karlsruhe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Karlsruhe coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 8:30 Hamburg Hbf | 11h40 | 20:10 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 8:42 Hamburg Harburg | 11h28 | 20:10 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 10h05 | 21:05 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:50 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 11h10 | 6:00 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:15 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 8h55 | 5:10 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Karlsruhe
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Buses from Hamburg to Karlsruhe run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 521 km distance in 8h 55m.
Distance 521 km |
Average bus duration 8h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Hamburg to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hamburg to Karlsruhe coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg and Karlsruhe
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Burger Lounge (0.3 km)
- Café Paris (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 120, 124, 130 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S1, S21
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