How much does a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Basel cost?

The bus ticket price from Karlsruhe to Basel starts at R 257. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Basel is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Karlsruhe to Basel?

The average travel time between Karlsruhe and Basel is around 3h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 172 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Karlsruhe and Basel?

The number of buses from Karlsruhe to Basel can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Karlsruhe to Basel by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Karlsruhe to Basel?

When taking the bus from Karlsruhe to Basel, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Karlsruhe to Basel?

Buses travelling between Karlsruhe and Basel leave from Südseite Hauptbahnhof or Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive at Basel Central Station, Basel Badischer Bahnhof, Basel Bahnhofs.

Bus Karlsruhe to Basel from R 200 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:40	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 5m	02:45	Basel SBB	Cheapest
	Bus	22:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	08:35	Basel SBB	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest
Bus	00:55	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 55m	03:50	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	10:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	13:40	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	13:30	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	4h 10m	17:40	Basel SBB	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	13:40	Basel SBB	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest
Bus	13:30	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	4h 10m	17:40	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	13:30	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	17:15	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	13:40	Basel SBB	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest
Bus	23:40	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 5m	02:45	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	11:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	6h 10m	17:15	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags
Bus	23:55	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	7h 45m	07:40	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	08:35	Basel SBB	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest
Bus	00:55	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 55m	03:50	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	10:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	13:40	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	13:30	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	4h 10m	17:40	Basel SBB	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Basel on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:55	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 55m	03:50	Basel SBB	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest
Bus	05:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	08:35	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	10:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 15m	13:40	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	13:30	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	4h 10m	17:40	Basel SBB	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Basel

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 2 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just R 161, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

2h 2mAverage duration

170 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 257 - R 1 138	Average duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 161 - R 322	Average duration2h 2m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 210 - R 417	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Karlsruhe and Basel?

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

Stops in Basel

A
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
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C
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
D
Arrêt d'autobus Basel
Allschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 412 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 150 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

CH Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe to Basel by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Basel cost?
The bus ticket price from Karlsruhe to Basel starts at R 257. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Basel is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Karlsruhe to Basel?
The average travel time between Karlsruhe and Basel is around 3h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 172 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Karlsruhe and Basel?
The number of buses from Karlsruhe to Basel can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Karlsruhe to Basel by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Karlsruhe to Basel?
When taking the bus from Karlsruhe to Basel, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Karlsruhe to Basel?
Buses travelling between Karlsruhe and Basel leave from Südseite Hauptbahnhof or Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive at Basel Central Station, Basel Badischer Bahnhof, Basel Bahnhofs.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

21/11

R 274

22/11

R 263

Today

R 295

24/11

R 242

25/11

R 201

26/11

R 211

27/11

R 221

28/11

R 253

The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Basel was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of R 201

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

You can expect to pay from R 201 to R 715 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 201, which is on 2025-11-25.