How much is the bus ticket from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?

The cheapest bus tickets from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe start at R 152. The average price for this route is around R 265. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?

The average bus journey time from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 100 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Darmstadt to Karlsruhe route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?

The earliest bus departs from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe at 01:15. And the latest bus departs at 16:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?

A bus trip from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Darmstadt 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 11230 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Darmstadt 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 Darmstadt 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.

Bus Darmstadt to Karlsruhe from R 132 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:20	Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg	2h 5m	13:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Bus	01:15	Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg	1h 45m	03:00	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
Bus	16:00	Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg	2h 10m	18:10	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:15	Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg	1h 45m	03:00	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
Bus	11:20	Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg	2h 5m	13:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	16:00	Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg	2h 10m	18:10	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe on 26 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:00	Darmstadt	1h 10m	11:10	Karlsruhe	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:06 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 153, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

99 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 152 - R 1 327	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 162 - R 283	Average duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 153 - R 203	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Darmstadt and Karlsruhe?

Stops in Darmstadt

A
Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg
Zweifalltorweg 4, 64293 Darmstadt, Germany
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B
Darmstadt Busbahnhof
Zweifalltorweg 4, 64293 Darmstadt, Germany
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C
Darmstadt Central Station
Am Hauptbahnhof 20, 64293 Darmstadt, Germany
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Stops in Karlsruhe

A
Südseite Hauptbahnhof
Hinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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B
Karlsruhe Hbf
Bahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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C
Goethestraße
Goethestraße 17-19, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
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D
Karlsruhe
Gartenstraße 58, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
E
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
Quebec Avenue, 77836 Rheinmünster, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 695 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 271 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe start at R 152. The average price for this route is around R 265. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?
The average bus journey time from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 100 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Darmstadt to Karlsruhe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?
The earliest bus departs from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe at 01:15. And the latest bus departs at 16:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?
A bus trip from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Darmstadt 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 11230 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Darmstadt 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 Darmstadt 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.

Best price found

20/12

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21/12

R 516

Today

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23/12

R 196

24/12

R 196

25/12

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26/12

R 514

27/12

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The cheapest trip from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 23 Dec 2025 with a price of R 196

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

You can expect to pay from R 196 to R 620 for a bus ticket from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 196, which is on 2025-12-23.