How much is the bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

The cheapest bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Dortmund start at R 444. The average price for this route is around R 524. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

The average bus journey time from Karlsruhe to Dortmund is 6h 45m, covering a distance of 289 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Karlsruhe to Dortmund 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 Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

The earliest bus departs from Karlsruhe to Dortmund at 03:15. And the latest bus departs at 21:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

A bus trip from Karlsruhe to Dortmund produces an estimated 7 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 Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

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 Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

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 Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

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 Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

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.

Bus Karlsruhe to Dortmund from R 383 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Dortmund on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:15	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	6h	09:15	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	08:15	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	6h 45m	15:00	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	17:45	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	8h 20m	02:05	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	08:15	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	7h 50m	16:05	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	03:15	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	6h	09:15	Dortmund	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Dortmund

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 343, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

3h 40mAverage duration

288 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 444 - R 991	Average duration6h 45m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 582 - R 1 576	Average duration3h 37m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 343 - R 688	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Karlsruhe and Dortmund?

Stops in Karlsruhe

A
Südseite Hauptbahnhof
Hinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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B
Karlsruhe Hbf
Bahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
Visit page
C
Goethestraße
Goethestraße 17-19, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
Visit page
D
Karlsruhe
Gartenstraße 58, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
E
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
Quebec Avenue, 77836 Rheinmünster, Germany

Stops in Dortmund

A
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
Visit page
B
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen
C
Dortmund Bushaltestelle
Dortmund, Germany
Visit page
D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 164 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 392 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe to Dortmund 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 Karlsruhe to Dortmund?
The cheapest bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Dortmund start at R 444. The average price for this route is around R 524. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?
The average bus journey time from Karlsruhe to Dortmund is 6h 45m, covering a distance of 289 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Karlsruhe to Dortmund 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 Karlsruhe to Dortmund?
The earliest bus departs from Karlsruhe to Dortmund at 03:15. And the latest bus departs at 21:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?
A bus trip from Karlsruhe to Dortmund produces an estimated 7 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 Karlsruhe to Dortmund?
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 Karlsruhe to Dortmund?
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 Karlsruhe to Dortmund?
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 Karlsruhe to Dortmund?
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.

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R 461

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R 383

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The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Dortmund was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 383

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Dortmund as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 383 to R 622 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 383, which is on 2026-01-31.