Bus Tickets from Karlsruhe to Essen

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ThuAug 28
TodayAug 29
from US$167
TomorrowAug 30
from US$110
SunAug 31
from US$142
MonSep 1
from US$81
TueSep 2
from US$88
WedSep 3
from US$67
ThuSep 4

Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 29 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Karlsruhe
    Arrival time: August 30 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 29 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Karlsruhe
    Arrival time: August 29 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 29 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Karlsruhe
    Arrival time: August 29 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Karlsruhe to Essen

Bus
Average PriceUS$30 - US$210Average Duration19h 20m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$22 - US$199Average Duration3h 57m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$24 - US$40Average Duration3h 30m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Karlsruhe to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day
3h 30mAverage Duration
US$24Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Karlsruhe to Essen: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$82
Average Bus Trip Duration19h 20m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure12:25am
Distance291 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Karlsruhe to Essen Bus

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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 far is Karlsruhe from Essen?

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

  2. 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-27
US$108
08-28
US$131
Today
US$156
08-30
US$102
08-31
US$131
09-01
US$75
09-02
US$82
09-03
US$62
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Essen was searched and found on Sep 3, 2025 with a price of US$62

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$62 to US$162 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$62 which is on 2025-09-03.

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.

Will you be returning to Karlsruhe by bus?

Bus from Essen to Karlsruhe

You can also go to Essen by train

Train from Karlsruhe to Essen

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