Zurich to Karlsruhe bus with FlixBus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Karlsruhe

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£28

Fastest journey

2 h 20 m

Average duration

4 h 58 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

183 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Karlsruhe will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Zurich 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 183 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 45 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.

BlaBlaCar
07:302h20
Zurich
09:50Karlsruhe
£191One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
20:256h45
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
03:10Karlsruhe Hbf
£251One-way
1 change
BlaBlaCar
12:003h00
Zurich
15:00Karlsruhe
£261One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
17:003h00
Zurich
20:00Karlsruhe
£271One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
15:509h45
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
01:35Karlsruhe Hbf
£431One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Zurich to Karlsruhe

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich 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 57m. 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 £35.

Distance: 183 km

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Train

£22

Average Price

Cheapest

£58

Average Price

4h 57m

Average total duration

4h 27m

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30m

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3h 27m

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Fastest

2h 57m

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30m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

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Lowest
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Live departures

Zurich to Karlsruhe bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 02:40
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
marino_autolinee25310:55 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
5h10
16:05 Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus14:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
9h45
00:35 Karlsruhe Hbf1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Zurich to Karlsruhe

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Buses from Zurich to Karlsruhe run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
183 km
Average bus duration
4h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
4h 20m
First bus
00:08
Last bus
23:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee from Zurich to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 20m
Cheapest Price
£13
FlixBus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Marino Autolinee

About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 10m
Cheapest Price
£36
Marino Autolinee frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 15m
Cheapest Price
£14
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Zurich to Karlsruhe coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Zurich to Karlsruhe with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich to Karlsruhe.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Zurich to Karlsruhe can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Zurich to Karlsruhe is £22; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Zurich to Karlsruhe is 4 h 20 min   to travel the 113 mile long trip, with around there are 3 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Zurich to Karlsruhe leaves at 08: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Zurich to Karlsruhe leaves at 16: 20.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Zurich to Karlsruhe with FlixBus or Marino Autolinee. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the trip from Zurich to Karlsruhe you can take a coach with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar or Marino Autolinee. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Zurich to Karlsruhe on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 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.

A trip to Karlsruhe from Zurich is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Zurich to Karlsruhe is December.
You have options as you can travel to Karlsruhe from Zurich 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Zurich to Karlsruhe has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Zurich to Karlsruhe.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Zurich to Karlsruhe.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Zurich to Karlsruhe.
    No, luggage for the coach from Zurich to Karlsruhe needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Zurich to Karlsruhe.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Zurich to Karlsruhe.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Zurich to Karlsruhe.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Zurich to Karlsruhe.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Karlsruhe

    Zurich
    Karlsruhe
    The major coach station for departures in Zurich is Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) for your trip from Zurich to Karlsruhe.
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 05:30-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Sihlquai
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the terminal.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
    • Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
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