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Tomorrow19 Jun
from US$158
Fri20 Jun
from US$158
Sat21 Jun
from US$139
Sun22 Jun
from US$196
Mon23 Jun
from US$208
Tue24 Jun
from US$120
Wed25 Jun
Thu26 Jun

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Karlsruhe
    Arrival time: 19 June at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Karlsruhe
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Essen

Bus
Average priceUS$29 - US$263Average duration19h 20m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$37 - US$170Average duration2h 59m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$32 - US$41Average duration3h 50m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Karlsruhe to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day
3h 50mAverage duration
US$32Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Karlsruhe to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$101
Average bus trip duration19h 20m
Number of daily buses1.7631578947368425
Earliest bus departure00:25
Distance181 miles
Latest bus departure23:55

Karlsruhe to Essen Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Karlsruhe to Essen, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Karlsruhe - Essen

  1. What's the distance between Karlsruhe and Essen by coach?

    The journey from Karlsruhe to Essen by coach covers an approximate distance of 179 miles (289 km).

  2. How can I get from Karlsruhe to Essen without driving?

    You can reach Essen from Karlsruhe by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
16/06
US$125
17/06
US$113
Today
US$124
19/06
US$148
20/06
US$148
21/06
US$131
22/06
US$183
23/06
US$195
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Essen was searched and found on 17 Jun 2025 with a price of US$113

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

You can expect to pay from US$113 to US$195 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$131, which is on 2025-06-21.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Karlsruhe and Essen!

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Karlsruhe to Essen that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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.

Will you be returning to Karlsruhe by bus?

Bus from Karlsruhe to Essen

You can also go to Essen by train

Train from Karlsruhe to Essen

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