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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Airport (ZLC) | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Airport (ZLC) | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to go from Zürich to Karlsruhe
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Karlsruhe?
Stops in Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
Stops in Karlsruhe
- AHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BBahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- CGoethestraße 17-19, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
- D
Karlsruhe
Gartenstraße 58, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany - E
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
Quebec Avenue, 77836 Rheinmünster, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Zürich to Karlsruhe by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Zürich to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Karlsruhe start from $19. The average price for this route is around $25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Zürich to Karlsruhe?
The average bus trip duration from Zürich to Karlsruhe is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 112 miles (180 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Zürich to Karlsruhe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, MarinoBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zürich to Karlsruhe?
The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Karlsruhe at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Karlsruhe?
A bus trip from Zürich to Karlsruhe generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Zürich to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MarinoBus, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 908 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to Karlsruhe?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company MarinoBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Zürich to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is MarinoBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zürich to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MarinoBus, 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.
The cheapest trip from Zürich to Karlsruhe was searched and found on Jan 28, 2026 with a price of $16To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Karlsruhe, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $16 to $50 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2026-01-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from Zürich to Karlsruhe?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
