How far is Karlsruhe from Essen?

The distance between the two cities is 179 miles (289 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Karlsruhe to Essen leave from Südseite Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Karlsruhe to Essen from $66 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Karlsruhe to Essen on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:45pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	7h 20m	10:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Bus	4:35pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	7h 20m	11:55pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	6h 30m	6:25am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Bus	10:55am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	6h 20m	5:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Bus	2:45pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	7h 20m	10:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Karlsruhe to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

3h 40mAverage Duration

180 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $175	Average Duration19h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$60 - $197	Average Duration2h 59m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$24 - $39	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,343 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.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,131 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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

Where are the popular stops in Karlsruhe and Essen?

Stops in Karlsruhe

A - Südseite Hauptbahnhof

B - Karlsruhe Hbf

C - Goethestraße

D - Karlsruhe

E - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Essen by bus

How far is Karlsruhe from Essen?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/15

$78

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11/22

$72

The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Essen was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $72

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

You can expect to pay from $72 to $78 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $72 which is on 2025-11-22.