Bus Tickets from Karlsruhe to Zürich

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SatJul 12
from US$29
TodayJul 13
from US$16
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from US$27
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FriJul 18
from US$26
SatJul 19

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 13 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Karlsruhe
    Arrival time: July 13 at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 13 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Südseite Hauptbahnhof
    Arrival time: July 13 at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 13 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Südseite Hauptbahnhof
    Arrival time: July 13 at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Airport (ZLC)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 13 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Karlsruhe
    Arrival time: July 13 at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Zurich Airport
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 13 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Südseite Hauptbahnhof
    Arrival time: July 13 at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Karlsruhe to Zürich

Bus
Average PriceUS$14 - US$117Average Duration4h 30m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$38 - US$134Average Duration3h
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$29 - US$29Average Duration2h 50m
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Karlsruhe to Zürich

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 50mAverage Duration
US$29Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Karlsruhe to Zürich: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$25
Average Bus Trip Duration4h 30m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure12:25am
Distance179 km
Latest bus departure11:40pm

Karlsruhe to Zürich Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Karlsruhe - Zürich

  1. What is the distance between Karlsruhe and Zürich?

    The distance covered from Karlsruhe to Zürich is 183 km (114 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Karlsruhe to Zürich?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Südseite Hauptbahnhof, in Karlsruhe, and end it at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, in Zürich.

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

Best price found
07-11
US$20
07-12
US$26
Today
US$15
07-14
US$23
07-15
US$18
07-16
US$18
07-17
US$19
07-18
US$23
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Zürich was searched and found on Jul 13, 2025 with a price of US$15

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

You can expect to pay from US$15 to US$47 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18 which is on 2025-07-15.

Usually Comuto Pro (BlaBlaCar Bus), MARN will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Karlsruhe to Zürich.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Karlsruhe to Zürich, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Karlsruhe to Zürich will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Karlsruhe to Zürich, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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