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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Barcelona Nord | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Barcelona Nord | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Barcelona Nord | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Barcelona Nord | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Sants | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Barcelona to Karlsruhe
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 12 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 173, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 1 059 - R 4 080 | Average duration21h 10m | 24kg CO₂e | ||
Train | Average priceR 3 475 - R 3 475 | Average duration10h 57m | 23kg CO₂e | |
Carpool | Average priceR 1 173 - R 1 173 | Average duration12h 10m | 41kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Barcelona and Karlsruhe?
Stops in Barcelona
- ACarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- C
Barcelona Airport
- D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain - EPasseig de Gràcia, 36, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
- F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Karlsruhe by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Barcelona to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Karlsruhe start at R 1 059. The average price for this route is around R 1 480. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Barcelona to Karlsruhe?
The average bus journey time from Barcelona to Karlsruhe is 21h 10m, covering a distance of 975 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 17h 20m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Barcelona to Karlsruhe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Barcelona to Karlsruhe?
The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Karlsruhe at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barcelona to Karlsruhe?
A bus trip from Barcelona to Karlsruhe produces an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Barcelona to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11385 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Karlsruhe?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Barcelona to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Barcelona to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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 Barcelona to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 04 Feb 2026 with a price of R 989To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Barcelona to Karlsruhe as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 989 to R 2 583 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 989, which is on 2026-02-04.
