How far is Hamburg from Karlsruhe by coach?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Hamburg by coach is approximately 322 miles (519 km).

What is the best way to go from Karlsruhe to Hamburg without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Karlsruhe to Hamburg from £27 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Hamburg on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:45	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	15h 30m	06:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	21:00	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	11h 30m	08:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	21:00	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	17h 20m	14:20	HAM Airport	No tags
Bus	21:00	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	15h 35m	12:35	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Bus	23:55	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	13h 25m	13:20	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 10mAverage duration

321 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£29 - £136	Average duration13h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£16 - £219	Average duration5h 46m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£46 - £46	Average duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,349 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11349 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £29

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Where are the popular stops in Karlsruhe and Hamburg?

Stops in Karlsruhe

A - Südseite Hauptbahnhof

B - Karlsruhe Hbf

C - Goethestraße

D - Karlsruhe

E - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport

Stops in Hamburg

A - Hamburg Airport

B - Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)

C - Harburg

D - Hamburg Altona

E - Volksparkstadion

F - Steinwerder

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Karlsruhe to Hamburg

How far is Hamburg from Karlsruhe by coach?
The distance between Karlsruhe and Hamburg by coach is approximately 322 miles (519 km).
What is the best way to go from Karlsruhe to Hamburg without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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

£38

16/11

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21/11

£29

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The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Hamburg was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of £29

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

You can expect to pay from £29 to £97 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £29, which is on 2025-11-21.

What's the cheapest way to go from Karlsruhe to Hamburg?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time13h 10m	Avg price£39	Daily departures4
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 46m	Avg price£57	Daily departures10
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time6h 10m	Avg price£46	Daily departures1