- Must visit
Musée d'art et d'histoire
A major fine arts museum with strong Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern art, in a grand historic building.
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€61
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
10 h 10 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Geneva will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 5 buses that leave Karlsruhe for Geneva on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 354 km distance in an average of 10 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 13 h 15 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.
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51510 · 3843Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €36.
Distance: 219 miles (354 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€35 Average price Cheapest | €75 Average price | €123 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe to Geneva:
A bus is €40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Geneva costing on average €75.
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 18m.
Tickets start at around €35 compared to roughly €123 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €89. The journey takes 6h 18m versus 5h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Geneva buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:25 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 8h05 | 6:30 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
51510 · 3843 | 9:05 PM Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang) | 13h15 | 10:20 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 9h55 | 8:00 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:55 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 7h05 | 8:00 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Karlsruhe to Geneva run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 219 miles (354 km) distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 219 miles (354 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Geneva 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 Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Karlsruhe to Geneva buses use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Geneve, Place Dorcière station pair, with some services arriving at Genève, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe and Geneva bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Geneve, Place Dorcière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km), Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Geneve, Place Dorcière.
Available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Swiss Bakery (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Gare Routière.
Available at Genève, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève, Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Montreux Jazz Café (in the station), La Cuisine (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the airport terminal, near the bus station entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Aéroport.
Available at Genève, Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Aéroport: Elevators, ramps.
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