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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Most SNP | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Most SNP | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Petržalka Einsteinova | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Petržalka Einsteinova | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Karlsruhe to Bratislava
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 8 hours and with fares starting at just $63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Karlsruhe and Bratislava?
Stops in Karlsruhe
- AHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BBahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- CGoethestraße 17-19, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
- D
Karlsruhe
Gartenstraße 58, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany - E
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
Quebec Avenue, 77836 Rheinmünster, Germany
Stops in Bratislava
- A
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia - BNábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
- DMlynské nivy 5537, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia
- E
Staatsgrenze
61, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia - FPáričkova 1093/7, 821 08 Bratislava, Slovakia
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Bratislava 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 Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
The cheapest bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Bratislava start from $40. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
The average bus trip duration from Karlsruhe to Bratislava is 13h 20m, covering a distance of 401 miles (647 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Karlsruhe to Bratislava route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
The earliest bus departs from Karlsruhe to Bratislava at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
A bus trip from Karlsruhe to Bratislava generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Openline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Bratislava was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $41To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Bratislava, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $41 to $148 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-12-23.
What's the cheapest way to go from Karlsruhe to Bratislava?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination