What is the travel distance from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?

The distance separating Darmstadt and Karlsruhe is 61 miles (99 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?

The majority of buses traveling from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe start their journey at Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg and wind up at Südseite Hauptbahnhof. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Karlsruhe?

Once in Karlsruhe, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are La Casserole (Baden-Baden), Restaurant EigenArt (Karlsruhe), Weinstube im Baldreit (Baden-Baden), Schwarzwaldstube (Karlsruhe) and Rive Gauche Brasserie (Baden-Baden).

Bus Darmstadt to Karlsruhe from $8 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Darmstadt to Karlsruhe on November 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:00am	Darmstadt	1h 10m	11:10am	Karlsruhe	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:12 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16carpool per day

1h 20mAverage Duration

62 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $52	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$28 - $72	Average Duration1h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$9 - $12	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

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BlaBlaCar Bus

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Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,283 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Darmstadt and Karlsruhe?

Stops in Darmstadt

A - Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg

B - Darmstadt Busbahnhof

C - Darmstadt Central Station

Stops in Karlsruhe

A - Südseite Hauptbahnhof

B - Karlsruhe Hbf

C - Goethestraße

D - Karlsruhe

E - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe by bus

What is the travel distance from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?
What are the best sights and things to do in Karlsruhe?

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

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$12

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$8

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$8

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

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

You can expect to pay from $8 to $12 for a bus ticket from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-11-16.