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What are the most popular routes to Germany?

Karlsruhe - ParisAverage price£43Average duration9h 20mDaily departures8
Mannheim - ParisAverage price£44Average duration8h 40mDaily departures6
Munich - ParisAverage price£55Average duration15h 40mDaily departures24
Cologne - ParisAverage price£35Average duration9hDaily departures20
Düsseldorf - ParisAverage price£38Average duration9h 55mDaily departures19
Cologne - BrusselsAverage price£54Average duration3h 43mDaily departures25
Cologne - BrusselsAverage price£20Average duration4h 20mDaily departures11
Frankfurt am Main - CologneAverage price£39Average duration1h 30mDaily departures96
Mannheim - Frankfurt am MainAverage price£26Average duration1h 13mDaily departures100
Munich - Frankfurt am MainAverage price£46Average duration3h 35mDaily departures41

What popular bus companies operate in Germany?

  • FlixBus
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
  • ALSA
  • Greyhound
  • Amtrak
  • BlaBlaCar

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Frequently asked questions about travelling in Germany

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a coach ticket cost in Germany?

    Bus travel in Germany is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was £37. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
    Example fares in Germany:
    Karlsruhe ↔ Paris (average: £43)
    Mannheim ↔ Paris (average: £44)
    Munich ↔ Paris (average: £55)

  2. What is the best way to travel around Germany?

    While you can choose between different modes of transport, Buses, Trains and Carpools are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Germany:
    - Train: 15417 routes
    - Bus: 11201 routes
    - Carpool: 4137 routes

  3. How do I book coach and train tickets in Germany?

    Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare timetables and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.

  4. Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in Germany?

    When buying Bus or Train tickets in Germany with Busbud we accept the following payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, China Union Pay, Diners Club Canada, Discover Click to Pay, JCB payment, Google Pay
    Currency: Euro (EUR) is the main currency.

  5. How do I travel from Karlsruhe to Paris by bus?

    The bus is the most popular way to travel from Karlsruhe to Paris
    Travel time: 9h 20m
    Ticket prices: From £43
    Frequency: 8 departures daily
    Recommended operators: MarinoBus, Union Ivkoni, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus, KLR Bus, Ecolines, Flibco, FlixBus, Way Grand, Slovak Rail

  6. How do I get from Germany to neighbouring countries by bus or train?

    The buses that connect to major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Karlsruhe ↔ Paris, France
    Mannheim ↔ Paris, France
    Munich ↔ Paris, France
    Cologne ↔ Paris, France
    The trains connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Cologne ↔ Brussels, Belgium
    Munich ↔ Innsbruck, Austria
    Munich ↔ Vienna, Austria

  7. What are the most popular airports in Germany?

    You can find train and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Dusseldorf Airport, Frankfurt Airport, Stuttgart Airport, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Munich Airport, Hamburg Airport, Memmingen Airport, Friedrichshafen Airport

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