Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | CheapestFastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | |||||
| HAM Airport | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | HAM Airport | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 20:39 CET.
Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Karlsruhe
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Karlsruhe?
Stops in Hamburg
- B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany
Stops in Karlsruhe
- AHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BBahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- CGoethestraße 17-19, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
- D
Karlsruhe
Gartenstraße 58, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany - E
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
Quebec Avenue, 77836 Rheinmünster, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Hamburg to Karlsruhe
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest coach tickets from Hamburg to Karlsruhe start from £29. The average price for this route is around £50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Karlsruhe is 15h 35m, covering a distance of 328 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Karlsruhe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Karlsruhe at 05:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
A bus journey from Hamburg to Karlsruhe produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11239 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of £38To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamburg to Karlsruhe as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £38 to £91 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2025-12-25.
