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FriAug 15
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from US$217
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 13 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Karlsruhe
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Karlsruhe to Cologne

Bus
Average PriceUS$20 - US$187Average Duration17h 15m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$19 - US$135Average Duration3h 6m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$20 - US$35Average Duration3h
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Karlsruhe to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15carpool per day
3hAverage Duration
US$20Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Karlsruhe to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$82
Average Bus Trip Duration17h 15m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure12:25am
Distance229 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Karlsruhe to Cologne Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Karlsruhe - Cologne

  1. How far is Karlsruhe from Cologne?

    The distance between Karlsruhe and Cologne is around 239 km (148 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Karlsruhe to Cologne?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Südseite Hauptbahnhof, in Karlsruhe, and end it at Cologne/Bonn Airport, in Cologne.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-10
US$197
08-11
US$215
Today
US$185
08-13
US$149
08-14
US$161
08-15
US$179
08-16
US$203
08-17
US$30
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Cologne was searched and found on Aug 17, 2025 with a price of US$30

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

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$215 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30 which is on 2025-08-17.

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 Cologne!

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Karlsruhe to Cologne that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Karlsruhe to Cologne, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

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

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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