Bus from Hamburg to Karlsruhe: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Hamburg to Karlsruhe on December 7
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FlixBusBus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Südseite HauptbahnhofNo tags
FlixBusBus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Südseite HauptbahnhofNo tags
FlixBusBus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Südseite HauptbahnhofNo tags
FlixBusBus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Südseite HauptbahnhofNo tags
FlixBusBus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Südseite HauptbahnhofNo tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg 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 6 hours and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
6hAverage Duration
321 milesDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$34 - $189Average Duration15h 35m
13kg CO₂e
Average Price$26 - $296Average Duration5h 34m
12kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$34 - $53Average Duration6h
22kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Hamburg 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Karlsruhe start from $34. The average price for this route is around $58. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?

    The average bus trip duration from Hamburg to Karlsruhe is 15h 35m, covering a distance of 328 miles (528 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Karlsruhe route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?

    The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Karlsruhe at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:15pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?

    A bus trip from Hamburg to Karlsruhe generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Hamburg to Karlsruhe was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $34

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

You can expect to pay from $34 to $113 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-12-08.

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