How much is the bus ticket from Freiburg to Karlsruhe?

The cheapest bus tickets from Freiburg to Karlsruhe start from $18. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Freiburg to Karlsruhe?

The average bus travel time from Freiburg to Karlsruhe is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 119 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Freiburg to Karlsruhe route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Freiburg to Karlsruhe?

The earliest bus departs from Freiburg to Karlsruhe at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Freiburg to Karlsruhe?

A bus trip from Freiburg to Karlsruhe generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Freiburg to Karlsruhe from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Freiburg to Karlsruhe on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	4:00pm	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 40m	5:40pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Freiburg to Karlsruhe on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:15am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 30m	5:45am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 30m	3:10am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
Bus	4:30am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 40m	6:10am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 40m	5:40pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	6:35pm	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 55m	8:30pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Freiburg to Karlsruhe on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:15am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 30m	5:45am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 30m	3:10am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
Bus	4:30am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 40m	6:10am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 40m	3:40pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 40m	5:40pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Freiburg to Karlsruhe on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:15am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 30m	5:45am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 30m	3:10am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
Bus	4:30am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 40m	6:10am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	6:20am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 50m	8:10am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 40m	5:40pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Freiburg to Karlsruhe on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:15am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 30m	5:45am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 30m	3:10am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
Bus	4:30am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 40m	6:10am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	6:20am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 50m	8:10am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 40m	3:40pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Freiburg to Karlsruhe on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:20am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 50m	8:10am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 30m	3:10am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
Bus	4:15am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 30m	5:45am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 40m	6:10am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 40m	5:40pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Freiburg to Karlsruhe on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:15am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 30m	5:45am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 30m	3:10am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
Bus	6:20am	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 50m	8:10am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 40m	5:40pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	8:00pm	Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof	1h 40m	9:40pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:14 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Freiburg to Karlsruhe

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day

1h 20mAverage Duration

119 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $86	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$14 - $94	Average Duration1h 3m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$11 - $21	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Freiburg and Karlsruhe?

Stops in Freiburg

A
Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof
Bismarckallee 3, 79098 Freiburg, Germany
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B
Freiburg Hbf
Bismarckallee 1A, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
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C
Bushaltestelle Am Radacker
Am Radacker 10, 79115 Freiburg (Pressehaus / Am Radacker), Baden-Württemberg

Stops in Karlsruhe

A
Südseite Hauptbahnhof
Hinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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B
Karlsruhe Hbf
Bahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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C
Goethestraße
Goethestraße 17-19, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
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D
Karlsruhe
Gartenstraße 58, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
E
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
Quebec Avenue, 77836 Rheinmünster, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,504 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11504 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $18

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Freiburg to Karlsruhe by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Freiburg to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Freiburg to Karlsruhe start from $18. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Freiburg to Karlsruhe?
The average bus travel time from Freiburg to Karlsruhe is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 119 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Freiburg to Karlsruhe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Freiburg to Karlsruhe?
The earliest bus departs from Freiburg to Karlsruhe at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Freiburg to Karlsruhe?
A bus trip from Freiburg to Karlsruhe generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-01

$18

12-02

$18

Today

$21

12-04

$17

12-05

$16

12-06

$18

12-07

$18

12-08

$16

The cheapest trip from Freiburg to Karlsruhe was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Freiburg to Karlsruhe, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $39 for a bus ticket from Freiburg to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-12-08.