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

The bus ticket price from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe starts at R 402. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe 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 Nuremberg to Karlsruhe?

The average travel time between Nuremberg and Karlsruhe is around 4h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 202 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe?

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

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

Buses travelling between Nuremberg and Karlsruhe leave from Bahnhofstraße, 11 or Bahnhofstraße, 87 and arrive at Südseite Hauptbahnhof, Karlsruhe Hbf, Goethestraße.

Bus Nuremberg to Karlsruhe from R 275 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe on 19 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:25	Bahnhofstraße, 11	4h 25m	23:50	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	17:35	Bahnhofstraße, 11	3h 45m	21:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:55	Bahnhofstraße, 11	5h 21m	17:16	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Nuremberg 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 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 258, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

201 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 402 - R 822	Average duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 532 - R 3 270	Average duration3h 48m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 258 - R 444	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 135 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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

Where are the popular stops in Nuremberg and Karlsruhe?

Stops in Nuremberg

A - Bahnhofstraße, 11

B - Bahnhofstraße, 87

C - Schlachthofstraße 11

D - Breslauer Str. 304

E - Frankenschnellweg

F - Nürnberg Rennweg

Stops in Karlsruhe

A - Südseite Hauptbahnhof

B - Karlsruhe Hbf

C - Goethestraße

D - Karlsruhe

E - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe cost?
The bus ticket price from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe starts at R 402. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe 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 Nuremberg to Karlsruhe?
The average travel time between Nuremberg and Karlsruhe is around 4h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 202 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Nuremberg and Karlsruhe?
The number of buses from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe?
When taking the bus from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe?
Buses travelling between Nuremberg and Karlsruhe leave from Bahnhofstraße, 11 or Bahnhofstraße, 87 and arrive at Südseite Hauptbahnhof, Karlsruhe Hbf, Goethestraße.

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The cheapest trip from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 336

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

You can expect to pay from R 336 to R 495 for a bus ticket from Nuremberg to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 336, which is on 2025-11-19.