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What is the best way to travel from Dortmund to Karlsruhe?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Flights and Buses to Karlsruhe from Dortmund. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
6h 0m
£16
£24
4
Flight
5h 25m
£46
£114
15

What is the cheapest way to reach Karlsruhe from Dortmund?

You can reach Karlsruhe with just £16 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £20
Sunday
from £29
Monday
from £18
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from £16
Friday
from £17

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    00:50
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    21:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    03:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    12:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Air Bagan
    7h 35m
    0
    15:25
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    23:00
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Air Bagan
    Economy
    from £79
  • LC Perú
    16h 5m
    0
    15:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    07:35
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £84
  • Eurowings
    19h 10m
    0
    15:40
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    10:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £197
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    16h 20m
    0
    18:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    10:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £200

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    21:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    03:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    8h 30m
    0
    04:55
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    13:25
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    00:50
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    12:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £50
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Wizz Air
    27h 20m
    0
    13:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    16:40
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £46
  • LC Perú
    28h 30m
    0
    15:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    19:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £59
  • Air Bagan
    26h 20m
    0
    15:25
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    17:45
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Air Bagan
    Economy
    from £127
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    28h 35m
    0
    18:15
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    22:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £156

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    00:50
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    21:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    03:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    12:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    8h 30m
    0
    04:55
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    13:25
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • LC Perú
    27h 5m
    0
    13:50
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    16:55
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £53
  • Wizz Air
    30h 35m
    0
    08:50
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    15:25
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £64
  • Air Bagan
    20h 40m
    0
    15:25
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    12:05
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Air Bagan
    Economy
    from £64
  • Eurowings
    29h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    23:00
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £117

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    21:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    03:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    8h 15m
    0
    05:10
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    13:25
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    12:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    00:50
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    21:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    03:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    00:50
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    12:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    8h 15m
    0
    05:10
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    13:25
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Air Bagan
    25h 5m
    0
    15:25
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    16:30
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Air Bagan
    Economy
    from £50
  • LC Perú
    28h 55m
    0
    15:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    20:25
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £57
  • Wizz Air
    14h 5m
    0
    08:45
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    22:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £85
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    5h 25m
    0
    17:25
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    22:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £127

What are the fastest trips from Dortmund to Karlsruhe?

You can get to Karlsruhe from Dortmund in just 5h 25m with a Flight from Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 6h 0m
Sunday
from 6h 0m
Monday
from 6h 0m
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from 6h 0m
Friday
from 5h 25m

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    21:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    03:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    00:50
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    12:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Air Bagan
    7h 35m
    0
    15:25
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    23:00
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Air Bagan
    Economy
    from £79
  • Condor
    8h 10m
    0
    13:25
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    21:35
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from £244
  • LC Perú
    16h 5m
    0
    15:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    07:35
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £84
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    16h 20m
    0
    18:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    10:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £200

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    21:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    03:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    00:50
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    12:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £50
  • FlixBus
    8h 30m
    0
    04:55
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    13:25
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36
  • Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Condor
    20h 55m
    0
    13:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    10:15
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from £185
  • Air Bagan
    26h 20m
    0
    15:25
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    17:45
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Air Bagan
    Economy
    from £127
  • Wizz Air
    27h 20m
    0
    13:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    16:40
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £46
  • LC Perú
    28h 30m
    0
    15:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    19:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £59

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    21:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    03:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    00:50
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    12:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    8h 30m
    0
    04:55
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    13:25
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • Fastest Flights Monday

  • Air Bagan
    20h 40m
    0
    15:25
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    12:05
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Air Bagan
    Economy
    from £64
  • Condor
    20h 55m
    0
    13:05
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    10:00
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from £140
  • LC Perú
    27h 5m
    0
    13:50
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    16:55
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £53
  • Eurowings
    29h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    23:00
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £117

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    21:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    03:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    00:50
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    12:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    8h 15m
    0
    05:10
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    13:25
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    5h 25m
    0
    17:25
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    22:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £127
  • Condor
    6h 20m
    0
    16:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    22:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from £141
  • Wizz Air
    14h 5m
    0
    08:45
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    22:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £85
  • Air Bagan
    25h 5m
    0
    15:25
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    16:30
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    0
    Air Bagan
    Economy
    from £50
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    21:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    03:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    00:50
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    12:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    8h 15m
    0
    05:10
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    13:25
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Dortmund to Karlsruhe

What are the most popular stations in Dortmund and Karlsruhe?

In Dortmund, you will usually depart from Central Station, West Train Station or Asseln Mitte Train Station, while in Karlsruhe you will be arriving at Central Station, Tullastraße / Verkehrsbetriebe Train Station or Heidehof Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Karlsruhe from Dortmund? With 7 connections between 2 Flight, Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Dortmund and Karlsruhe, you can pay as low as £16 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo: you will get to Karlsruhe in just 5h 25m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Dortmund and Karlsruhe are FlixBus, Air Bagan and LC Perú, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Dortmund and Karlsruhe is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Dortmund Airport or to Ettlingen, and look at flights from Dortmund Airport, and landing at Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Dortmund to Karlsruhe?

The most popular companies between Dortmund and Karlsruhe, are FlixBus, Air Bagan and LC Perú. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Airlines: Air Bagan, LC Perú, Condor and 3 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Dortmund to Karlsruhe

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Dortmund to Karlsruhe. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Dortmund to Karlsruhe

How can I reach Karlsruhe from Dortmund?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Flight, Train and Bus, with which you can get to Karlsruhe from Dortmund.

How far is Karlsruhe from Dortmund?

The distance between Dortmund and Karlsruhe is 286.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Dortmund and Karlsruhe?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 49 kgs, and a flight 71 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Dortmund to Karlsruhe?

You can get to Karlsruhe with just £16 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Karlsruhe?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Karlsruhe in just 5h 25m with a Flight from Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo.

More routes to Dortmund and to Karlsruhe

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Dortmund and to Karlsruhe. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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