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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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 | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Könyves Kálmán | Cheapest | |||||
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| Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Könyves Kálmán | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Karlsruhe Hbf | Könyves Kálmán | No tags | |||||
| Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Könyves Kálmán | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Budapest
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 16 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just €41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Karlsruhe and Budapest?
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
Stops in Budapest
- ABudapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
- B
Budapest Airport
- C
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - DBudapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
- EKönyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
- F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Karlsruhe to Budapest
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Budapest?
The cheapest coach tickets from Karlsruhe to Budapest start from €41. The average price for this route is around €54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Karlsruhe to Budapest?
The average bus journey time from Karlsruhe to Budapest is 16h 40m, covering a distance of 823 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 13h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Karlsruhe to Budapest route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Karat-S, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, KLR Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Karlsruhe to Budapest?
The earliest bus departs from Karlsruhe to Budapest at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Karlsruhe to Budapest?
A bus journey from Karlsruhe to Budapest produces an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Karlsruhe to Budapest?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Karlsruhe to Budapest?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Karlsruhe to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Karlsruhe to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Karlsruhe to Budapest was searched and found on 23 Jan 2026 with a price of €59To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Budapest as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €59 to €68 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €59, which is on 2026-01-23.
What's the cheapest way to go from Karlsruhe to Budapest?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination