Bus Tickets from Karlsruhe to Essen

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: February 7 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Karlsruhe
    Arrival time: February 7 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
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Bus Karlsruhe to Essen: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$76
Average Bus Trip Duration19h 20m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure12:15am
Distance291 km
Latest bus departure4:35pm

Karlsruhe to Essen Buses

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Karlsruhe to Essen, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Karlsruhe - Essen

  1. How long is the bus ride from Karlsruhe to Essen?

    The typical travel time from Karlsruhe to Essen by bus is around 19h 20m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Essen in 7h 20m

  2. How far is Karlsruhe from Essen?

    Karlsruhe and Essen are 289 km (179 miles) apart.

  3. How many times do buses run from Karlsruhe to Essen every day?

    There's a daily bus trip from Karlsruhe to Essen. It typically leaves at 12:15am and is operated by FlixBus.

  4. What are the departure times for the first and last bus from Karlsruhe to Essen?

    You can catch the bus at 12:15am for the first departure, and it runs until 4:35pm for the final departure. To ensure a smooth trip, consider arriving at the station early for check-in.

  5. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Karlsruhe to Essen?

    Buses departing from Südseite Hauptbahnhof in Karlsruhe will take you to Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen.

  6. What is the cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Essen?

    The least expensive option to go from Karlsruhe to Essen would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$23, making this your best choice for this trip.

  7. How much does it cost to take the bus from Karlsruhe to Essen?

    The bus from Karlsruhe to Essen will cost you US$76, on average.

  8. Can I take an overnight bus from Karlsruhe to Essen?

    Yes! If you're heading from Karlsruhe to Essen, you'll find buses departing until 4:35pm and arriving the next day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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02-03
US$111
02-04
US$95
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02-07
US$97
02-08
US$134
02-09
US$91
02-10
US$83
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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Essen, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$83 to US$134 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$83 which is on 2025-02-10.

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 Essen!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Karlsruhe to Essen, 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 Essen that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Karlsruhe to Essen, 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.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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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