How far is Karlsruhe from Dortmund by coach?

The journey from Dortmund to Karlsruhe by coach covers an approximate distance of 179 miles (288 km).

What is the best way to go from Dortmund to Karlsruhe without a car?

You can reach Karlsruhe from Dortmund by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Dortmund to Karlsruhe from £18 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Dortmund to Karlsruhe on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30	Dortmund	7h 20m	19:50	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	18:40	Dortmund	6h 10m	00:50	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	11:50	Dortmund	8h 10m	20:00	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	14:40	Dortmund	7h 20m	22:00	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	21:15	Dortmund	6h	03:15	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund 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 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

3h 40mAverage duration

179 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£21 - £70	Average duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£18 - £197	Average duration4h 11m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£13 - £34	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Karlsruhe?

Stops in Dortmund

A - Dortmund Hauptbahnhof

B - ZOB

C - Dortmund Bushaltestelle

D - Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle

Stops in Karlsruhe

A - Südseite Hauptbahnhof

B - Karlsruhe Hbf

C - Goethestraße

D - Karlsruhe

E - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dortmund to Karlsruhe

How far is Karlsruhe from Dortmund by coach?
The journey from Dortmund to Karlsruhe by coach covers an approximate distance of 179 miles (288 km).
What is the best way to go from Dortmund to Karlsruhe without a car?
You can reach Karlsruhe from Dortmund by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

15/11

£25

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22/11

£18

The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £18

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

You can expect to pay from £18 to £30 for a bus ticket from Dortmund to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-11-22.