Find coaches from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main

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Next departures from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
    		Karlsruhe
    		Frankfurt - Main bus stationCheapest
    Flixbus
      		Südseite Hauptbahnhof
      		FRA Frankfurt airportFastest
      BlaBlaCar Bus
        		Karlsruhe
        		Frankfurt - Main bus stationNo tags
        Flixbus
          		Südseite Hauptbahnhof
          		FRA Frankfurt airportNo tags
          BlaBlaCar Bus
            		Karlsruhe
            		Frankfurt - Main bus stationNo tags

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            Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main

            We recommend carpooling

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            14carpool per day
            1h 30mAverage duration
            126 kmDistance
            5kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceUS$9 - US$46Average duration2h 25m
            3kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceUS$9 - US$135Average duration1h 24m
            3kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average priceUS$6 - US$17Average duration1h 30m
            5kg CO₂e

            Bus Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$15
            Average bus trip duration2h 25m
            Number of daily buses10
            Earliest bus departure02:15
            Distance125 km
            Latest bus departure23:55

            Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Karlsruhe - Frankfurt am Main

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main cost?

              The bus ticket price from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main starts at US$9. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main 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!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main?

              The average travel time between Karlsruhe and Frankfurt am Main is around 2h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 126 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Karlsruhe and Frankfurt am Main?

              The number of buses from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main?

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

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main?

              Buses travelling between Karlsruhe and Frankfurt am Main leave from Südseite Hauptbahnhof or Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive at Frankfurt Airport, Hbf, Südbahnhof.

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

            Best price found
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            US$11
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            US$12
            Today
            US$14
            01/11
            US$8
            02/11
            US$8
            03/11
            US$8
            04/11
            US$8
            05/11
            US$9
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$8

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

            You can expect to pay from US$8 to US$32 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$8, which is on 2025-11-03.

            Usually FlixBus 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

            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 Frankfurt am Main!

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

            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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            Did you know?

            It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

            9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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

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