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The cheapest and fastest buses from Basel to Karlsruhe
Showing times and prices for Dec 21
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
172 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Basel to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Karlsruhe will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Fast buses
Of the 13 buses that leave Basel for Karlsruhe on Sun, Dec 21, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 172 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
01:00PM1h50
Basel02:50PMKarlsruhe
$151One-way
0 transfers
07:30AM1h50
Basel09:20AMKarlsruhe
$161One-way
0 transfers
08:10AM2h00
Basel10:10AMKarlsruhe
$161One-way
0 transfers
03:00PM1h40
Basel04:40PMKarlsruhe
$181One-way
0 transfers
11:50PM2h10
Basel02:00AMKarlsruhe
$181One-way
0 transfers
03:00PM1h40
Basel04:40PMKarlsruhe
$181One-way
0 transfers
01:00PM1h50
Basel02:50PMKarlsruhe
$151One-way
0 transfers
07:30AM1h50
Basel09:20AMKarlsruhe
$161One-way
0 transfers
08:10AM2h00
Basel10:10AMKarlsruhe
$161One-way
0 transfers
11:50PM2h10
Basel02:00AMKarlsruhe
$181One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Basel to Karlsruhe Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Live departures
Basel to Karlsruhe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Karlsruhe buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 11:01 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1:30 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 3h10 | 4:40 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:35 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 3h05 | 8:40 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| FlixBus | 12:05 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 2h40 | 2:45 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:55 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 2h50 | 4:45 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:05 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 3h05 | 5:10 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:50 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 3h20 | 7:10 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
 4754 | 9:50 AM Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 4h00 | 1:50 PM Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 4h05 | 2:15 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Karlsruhe
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Germany
Buses from Basel to Karlsruhe run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $7 (€6)
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $7 (€6)
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee from Basel to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Basel to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
$13 (€10)
FlixBus frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Marino Autolinee
About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 25m
Cheapest Price
$40 (€32)
Marino Autolinee frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
$12 (€10)
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
FAQs: Bus from Basel to Karlsruhe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Karlsruhe by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Karlsruhe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Basel to Karlsruhe can start from as little as $12 (€9) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Basel to Karlsruhe is $20 (€16); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time between Basel and Karlsruhe is on average 2 h 45 min for the 106 mile (171 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Karlsruhe from Basel by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Basel to Karlsruhe leaves at 2: 00AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from Basel to Karlsruhe leaves at 10: 40PM.
Yes, there are 8 direct buses a day from Basel to Karlsruhe with FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
Take the Basel to Karlsruhe bus with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus or Marino Autolinee. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the journey to Karlsruhe from Basel as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
A trip to Karlsruhe from Basel is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Basel to Karlsruhe is January.
You have options as you can travel to Karlsruhe from Basel 2 different ways: train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Basel to Karlsruhe:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Basel to Karlsruhe for bus companies FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Marino Autolinee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus companies FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Marino Autolinee.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Basel to Karlsruhe depends on the bus providers:
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Basel to Karlsruhe, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Basel to Karlsruhe.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Basel to Karlsruhe:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Basel to Karlsruhe:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Basel to Karlsruhe. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Basel to Karlsruhe with the following bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Marino Autolinee
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Basel to Karlsruhe with the following bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Marino Autolinee.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Basel to Karlsruhe with the following bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Marino Autolinee.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Basel to Karlsruhe
Basel
Karlsruhe
The major bus station for departures in Basel is Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) for your trip from Basel to Karlsruhe.
Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:30-23:30
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Meret-Oppenheim-StrasseWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Swiss (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station)
- Café Express (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available on the concourse.
Public transit options for Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
- Bus: 30, 50 Tram: 8, 10, 11 Train: S3, S6
The major bus station for arrivals in Karlsruhe is Karlsruhe Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Karlsruhe Hbf for your trip to Karlsruhe from Basel.
Karlsruhe Hbf
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