- Must visit
Musée de l’Œuvre Notre-Dame
Set in the cathedral’s former cellar, it explains the building’s history, sculpture and stained glass with original fragments.
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
1 h 8 m
Buses on 15 Sept
15
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Karlsruhe to Strasbourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Strasbourg will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 15 buses from Karlsruhe to Strasbourg, including 15 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Strasbourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 66 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe to Strasbourg:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Strasbourg costing on average £24.
Other travel options to Strasbourg take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 4m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (1h 4m by bus vs 1h 8m by car) and save roughly £7 compared to fuel and tolls (£6 vs £13). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Strasbourg coaches for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 19:40 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h05 | 20:45 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:20 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h05 | 21:25 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:25 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h30 | 22:55 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h10 | 23:40 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:10 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h15 | 0:25 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:55 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h15 | 1:10 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
FlixBus | 0:35 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h10 | 1:45 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h15 | 7:50 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h30 | 8:10 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:25 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h10 | 8:35 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h20 | 9:30 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h20 | 12:20 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h20 | 14:50 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:45 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h35 | 19:20 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:20 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h10 | 19:30 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Karlsruhe to Strasbourg run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 18 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 66 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 66 km |
Average bus duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Set in the cathedral’s former cellar, it explains the building’s history, sculpture and stained glass with original fragments.
Housed in the Rohan Palace, this museum presents paintings from the Middle Ages to 1870 in grand historic rooms.
A richly atmospheric museum of Alsatian domestic life, crafts and interiors spread across historic Renaissance buildings.
Strasbourg’s most atmospheric quarter, with canals, timber-framed houses and scenic lanes ideal for walking and photography.
This large central square is a lively meeting point framed by historic buildings, shops and seasonal events such as the Christmas market.
A broad pedestrian square beside the cathedral, admired for its lively atmosphere, façades and excellent views of the west front.
A hearty Alsatian tart with crème fraîche, onions and lardons on thin dough. It is a regional classic, especially in Strasbourg winstubs and brasseries.
Slow-cooked sauerkraut served with sausages and cured pork. This emblematic Alsatian dish reflects the region’s Germanic culinary heritage.
A baked terrine of mixed meats, often pork and veal, wrapped in pastry. It is a festive Alsatian speciality commonly found in traditional eateries.
Popular traditional restaurant specialising in Alsatian dishes, especially choucroute and pork specialities, with a rustic local feel.
Traditional winstub serving Alsatian classics such as choucroute and baeckeoffe in a warm, historic setting in the city centre.
Historic brasserie known for tarte flambée, sauerkraut and local beer. Lively and classic atmosphere near Place Kléber.
Moderate for France: hotels and restaurants are mid-priced, while trams keep local transport fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Place de l'Étoile, Strasbourg -> Homme de Fer, Strasbourg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Karlsruhe to Strasbourg buses use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile station pair. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe and Strasbourg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang) is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang). ATMs are available at Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang).
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang).
Available at Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang): The station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile is 1 km from Strasbourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de l'Étoile (in the station), Le Petit Bistro (0.2 km), Trattoria da Enzo (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile.
Available at Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile: Elevators, ramps.
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