Bus and Coach from Karlsruhe to Zurich: Compare all prices

Which bus from Karlsruhe to Zurich is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Karlsruhe to Zurich. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today

from £18

tomorrow

from £15

Friday

from £16

Saturday

from £16

Sunday

from £19

Monday

from £17

Tuesday

from £16

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 50m	05:20	Karlsruhe	Central Station	10:10	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 23/07/2025 05:20:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 23/07/2025 10:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
FlixBus	3h 40m	03:20	Karlsruhe	Central Station	07:00	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 23/07/2025 03:20:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 23/07/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
FlixBus	3h 50m	22:05	Karlsruhe	Central Station	01:55	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 23/07/2025 22:05:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 24/07/2025 01:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
FlixBus	4h 30m	23:00	Karlsruhe	Central Station	03:30	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 23/07/2025 23:00:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 24/07/2025 03:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 50m	05:20	Karlsruhe	Central Station	10:10	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 24/07/2025 05:20:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 24/07/2025 10:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
FlixBus	3h 40m	03:20	Karlsruhe	Central Station	07:00	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 24/07/2025 03:20:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 24/07/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
FlixBus	4h 10m	09:00	Karlsruhe	Central Station	13:10	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 24/07/2025 09:00:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 24/07/2025 13:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
FlixBus	3h 50m	22:05	Karlsruhe	Central Station	01:55	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 24/07/2025 22:05:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 25/07/2025 01:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
FlixBus	4h 30m	23:00	Karlsruhe	Central Station	03:30	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 24/07/2025 23:00:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 25/07/2025 03:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 50m	05:20	Karlsruhe	Central Station	10:10	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 25/07/2025 05:20:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 25/07/2025 10:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
FlixBus	4h 10m	11:50	Karlsruhe	Central Station	16:00	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 25/07/2025 11:50:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 25/07/2025 16:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
FlixBus	4h 30m	23:00	Karlsruhe	Central Station	03:30	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 25/07/2025 23:00:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 26/07/2025 03:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
FlixBus	4h 15m	23:40	Karlsruhe	Central Station	03:55	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 25/07/2025 23:40:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 26/07/2025 03:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
FlixBus	3h 40m	03:20	Karlsruhe	Central Station	07:00	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 25/07/2025 03:20:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 25/07/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 50m	05:20	Karlsruhe	Central Station	10:10	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 26/07/2025 05:20:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 26/07/2025 10:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
FlixBus	3h 50m	22:05	Karlsruhe	Central Station	01:55	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 26/07/2025 22:05:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 27/07/2025 01:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
FlixBus	4h 30m	23:00	Karlsruhe	Central Station	03:30	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 26/07/2025 23:00:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 27/07/2025 03:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
FlixBus	4h 15m	23:40	Karlsruhe	Central Station	03:55	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 26/07/2025 23:40:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 27/07/2025 03:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
FlixBus	3h 40m	03:20	Karlsruhe	Central Station	07:00	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 26/07/2025 03:20:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 26/07/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 50m	05:20	Karlsruhe	Central Station	10:10	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 27/07/2025 05:20:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 27/07/2025 10:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
FlixBus	3h 40m	03:20	Karlsruhe	Central Station	07:00	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 27/07/2025 03:20:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 27/07/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
FlixBus	5h 10m	08:00	Karlsruhe	Central Station	13:10	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 27/07/2025 08:00:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 27/07/2025 13:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
FlixBus	4h 10m	09:00	Karlsruhe	Central Station	13:10	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 27/07/2025 09:00:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 27/07/2025 13:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
FlixBus	4h 10m	11:50	Karlsruhe	Central Station	16:00	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 27/07/2025 11:50:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 27/07/2025 16:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	3h 40m	03:20	Karlsruhe	Central Station	07:00	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 28/07/2025 03:20:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 28/07/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
FlixBus	4h 10m	11:50	Karlsruhe	Central Station	16:00	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 28/07/2025 11:50:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 28/07/2025 16:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
FlixBus	4h 15m	23:40	Karlsruhe	Central Station	03:55	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 28/07/2025 23:40:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 29/07/2025 03:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
FlixBus	4h 10m	09:00	Karlsruhe	Central Station	13:10	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 28/07/2025 09:00:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 28/07/2025 13:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
FlixBus	3h 50m	22:05	Karlsruhe	Central Station	01:55	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 28/07/2025 22:05:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 29/07/2025 01:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 50m	05:20	Karlsruhe	Central Station	10:10	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 29/07/2025 05:20:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 29/07/2025 10:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
FlixBus	3h 40m	03:20	Karlsruhe	Central Station	07:00	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 29/07/2025 03:20:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 29/07/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
FlixBus	5h 10m	08:00	Karlsruhe	Central Station	13:10	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 29/07/2025 08:00:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 29/07/2025 13:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
FlixBus	3h 50m	22:05	Karlsruhe	Central Station	01:55	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 29/07/2025 22:05:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 30/07/2025 01:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
FlixBus	4h 30m	23:00	Karlsruhe	Central Station	03:30	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 29/07/2025 23:00:00 to Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) arriving at 30/07/2025 03:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Karlsruhe and Zurich?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Karlsruhe to Zurich. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily coaches from Karlsruhe to Zurich. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Karlsruhe and Zurich.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 19 coaches from Karlsruhe to Zurich, while Night sees the fewest connections between Karlsruhe and Zurich, with 14 offers.

All facts for Karlsruhe to Zurich bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus that travel daily 6 times by bus from Karlsruhe to Zurich in one click. Book your Karlsruhe to Zurich bus ticket starting from £15!

Cheapest Bus	£15
Fastest Bus	3h 40m
Earliest Coach	03:20
Latest Coach	23:00
Daily Bus Connections	6 Ø
Distance	182.4 km
Coach Companies	FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Karlsruhe to Zurich?

Every day, 6 buses from 1 coach companies leave Karlsruhe for Zurich. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 23/07/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 21/07

Tuesday 22/07

Wednesday 23/07

£18

Thursday 24/07

£15

Friday 25/07

£16

Saturday 26/07

£16

Sunday 27/07

£19

Monday 28/07

£17

Tuesday 29/07

£16

Wednesday 30/07

Thursday 31/07

£16

Friday 01/08

£19

Saturday 02/08

£19

Sunday 03/08

£19

Monday 04/08

£35

Tuesday 05/08

Wednesday 06/08

£16

Thursday 07/08

Friday 08/08

£16

Saturday 09/08

Sunday 10/08

Monday 11/08

£16

Tuesday 12/08

£16

Wednesday 13/08

Thursday 14/08

£14

Friday 15/08

Saturday 16/08

Sunday 17/08

The cheapest time to travel from Karlsruhe to Zurich

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Zurich, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £15, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Karlsruhe to Zurich. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £19.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Zurich, with £15. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £16.

How to save money travelling from Karlsruhe to Zurich

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Karlsruhe to Zurich in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Karlsruhe to Zurich, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Karlsruhe to Zurich are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Karlsruhe and Zurich

Here is a map with all coach stations in Karlsruhe and Zurich. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Central Bus Station

Kühler Krug Train Station

Durlach Auer Str./Dr.Willmar Schwabe Bus Stop

Bannwaldallee Station

Barbarossa Square Station

Central Bus Station Sihlquai

Ausstellungsstrasse 5

Kinkelstrasse

Central Polybahn

Goldauerstrasse

Rathaus

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Karlsruhe to Zurich? Compare all modes of transports from Karlsruhe to Zurich.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Karlsruhe to Zurich

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Karlsruhe to Zurich. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Karlsruhe to Zurich bus

How much does a Karlsruhe Zurich coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Karlsruhe Zurich bus trip is available from £15 and takes 4h 50m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Karlsruhe to Zurich?

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £15 to £49. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Zurich.

How many connections are available for the Karlsruhe Zurich route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Karlsruhe to Zurich is offered by roughly 6 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Zurich from Karlsruhe take?

The quickest coach from Karlsruhe to Zurich is provided by FlixBus and takes 3h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £19. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Karlsruhe to Zurich?

The earliest bus to Zurich departs from Karlsruhe at 03:20. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Karlsruhe to Zurich?

The latest bus to Zurich departs from Karlsruhe at 23:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Karlsruhe Zurich route?

Passengers looking to travel from Karlsruhe to Zurich can travel with FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Zurich?

You can check all the direct connections between Karlsruhe and Zurich by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Zurich from Karlsruhe?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Karlsruhe Zurich bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Karlsruhe Zurich bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Karlsruhe to Zurich on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Karlsruhe to Zurich

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Karlsruhe and to Zurich

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Karlsruhe and to Zurich. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!