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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Karlsruhe to Tübingen. Traveling by coach from Karlsruhe to Tübingen usually takes around one hour and 52 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in just one hour and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 45 mi (72 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 40m |
| Cheapest price | €6.96 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Karlsruhe to Tübingen?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Karlsruhe to Tübingen. FlixBus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2 | 1h 52m | €10.74 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Karlsruhe to Tübingen, and usually makes the trip in about 1 hours and 52 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of one hour and 52 minutes to cover the 45 miles from Karlsruhe to Tübingen. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 40 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Karlsruhe to Tübingen for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 20:00 and the last coach leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all coaches from Karlsruhe to Tübingen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Karlsruhe to Tübingen. Both of these are direct coaches, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring coaches at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Karlsruhe to Tübingen; ticket prices start at €21.64.
City Information
Karlsruhe
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Karlsruhe is fondly referred to as the Fan-Shaped City. Even though it's at the northern edge of the Black Forest, Karlsruhe has some of the warmest weather in the country, so many visitors pick this city to experience a Mediterranean-inspired vacation in Germany. There are hundreds of fine museums, quirky galleries, and beautiful theatres in the area that are all worth checking out.
Karlsruhe is a hub for science and technology, but it has an artistic side, too. The ZKM is a unique art museum that displays contemporary video and audio installations in a former weapons factory. Hit up the Jakobus Theatre, Kammertheater Karlsruhe, or The Sandkorn Theatre for live music or theatrical performance.
Another can't-miss landmark is the Karlsruhe Palace, built in the 18th-century. Not only does the palace include stunning grounds and magnificent architecture, it also houses the Baden State Museum with exhibits about the region's history. Some of the best outdoor recreation sites are Badesee Epple, Rheinstrandbad Rappenwort, and Weingarten, offering blue waters for fishing, swimming, and sailing, respectively.
Karlsruhe is easy to reach from cities like Berlin, Munich, and Frankfurt on Deutsche Bahn trains. FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, Union Ivkoni, and Cazmatrans provide coach service to the city as well. The Karlsruhe/Baden Airport is not too far away, so you can travel to this warm destination from nearly anywhere.
Tübingen
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Located in the state of Baden-Württemberg, Tübingen is a university city widely known for its veganism and eco-friendliness. Visiting Tübingen is a green experience in many ways, from the robust cycling infrastructure to the nearby Schönbuch forest. One of the most picturesque parts of the city is the Neckarinsel, a small, densely-treed island in the middle of the Neckar River. The city's old town quarter is excellently-preserved and makes for a perfect day strolling down cobblestoned lanes and narrow alleyways.
Over one-quarter of Tübingen's residents are students at the Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen, and the city is decked out with cafés and pubs to serve this young population. Some of the local favorite spots include Gasthaus Bären, Restaurant Mauganeschtle Tübingen, and Aspendos Restaurant.
Plan to bring your bicycle or rent one in town since the best way to get around Tübingen is definitely on two wheels! It's easy to bring a bicycle whether you travel by coach or train into town. FlixBus connects Tübingen to cities throughout Germany, including Stuttgart and Frankfurt, where you'll find the nearest airports.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Karlsruhe?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Hinterm Hauptbahnhof
Karlsruhe HBF is located in the centre of the city and serves many long-distance services, seeing around 60,000 passengers per day. Trains here travel to destinations including Berlin, Hamburg, and Basel, plus intercity services to Cologne, Nuremberg, and Munich. In the station entrance hall are two restaurants, a bakery, multiple shops, newsagents, toilets, and ticket offices. There are two hotels just outside the station, Schlosshotel Karlsruhe and B&B Karlsruhe, in case you're staying overnight. If you walk a short distance through the Stadtgarten (City Gardens), you'll be in the city center, packed with shops and restaurants.
All coach stations in Karlsruhe:
Hinterm Hauptbahnhof
Where does the coach arrive in Tübingen?
Main arrival station: Central Station
All coaches from Karlsruhe arrive at one main station in Tübingen.
Coach stations in Tübingen:
Central Station
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