Cologne to Karlsruhe bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 6 daily bus departures available, including 2 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Cologne bus station at 08:15h, arriving at Karlsruhe bus station at 13:45h the same day. While latest bus departs at 23:25h, arriving at 03:45h the following day.
The shortest travel distance between Cologne and Karlsruhe is 188 mi.
The fastest bus which departs at 18:35 has a travel time of 04:20h.
The longest travel time on the route is 05:30h.
Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and toilet.
You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.
Overnight buses
If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Karlsruhe earlier, there
are 2 night buses from Cologne to Karlsruhe.
The overnight buses depart between and 23:25 and arrive between 03:00 and 03:45
the same day.
Bus companies operating the Cologne to Karlsruhe route
FlixBus is the carrier operating this route. This company has been rated 1262 times by travelers. Here you can see their average rating.
Bus station in Cologne has not been rated yet. However, the bus station in Karlsruhe has earned a score of 6.5 from our passengers. More information on both stations, including their location and popular routes can be found on the links below.
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Cologne
You can see information about the departure station and stops Cologne here
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Karlsruhe
You can see information about the arrival station and stops Karlsruhe here
Cheapest tickets
Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: $26 (One-Way)
or $52 (Return).
Over 1262 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Cologne to Karlsruhe. The average rating is 0. You can read the users' review of the bus company below.
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