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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Buses, Flights and Carpool to Dortmund from Karlsruhe. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
6h 0m
£19
£22
4
Train
3h 32m
£26
£38
56
Flight
5h 20m
£53
£174
12

What is the cheapest way to reach Dortmund from Karlsruhe?

You can reach Dortmund with just £19 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.

Monday
from £238
Tuesday
from £20
Wednesday
from £178
Thursday
from £20
Friday
Saturday
from £146
Sunday
from £19

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    5h 20m
    0
    11:25
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    16:45
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £238
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    8h 15m
    0
    11:25
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    19:40
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £248
  • Ryanair
    9h 10m
    0
    10:30
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    19:40
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £273

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    03:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    09:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    08:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    15:00
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 27m
    0
    21:47
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    02:14
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 42m
    0
    05:39
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    11:21
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £27
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 40m
    0
    21:47
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    03:27
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £27
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    24h 25m
    0
    11:15
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    11:40
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £116
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    6h 55m
    0
    11:15
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    18:10
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £197

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • LC Perú
    11h 35m
    0
    20:55
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    08:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £178
  • Eurowings
    24h 0m
    0
    11:30
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    11:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £182
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    5h 45m
    0
    11:30
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    17:15
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £195

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    8h 20m
    0
    17:45
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    02:05
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    03:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    09:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    08:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    15:00
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • LC Perú
    24h 10m
    0
    07:45
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    07:55
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £123
  • Wizz Air
    16h 55m
    0
    15:40
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    08:35
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £123
  • Norwegian Air UK
    24h 30m
    0
    06:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    07:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Norwegian Air UK
    Economy
    from £151

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    13h 30m
    0
    17:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    07:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £146
  • Wizz Air
    10h 0m
    0
    06:00
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    16:00
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £148
  • Lauda Europe
    11h 30m
    0
    19:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    07:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lauda Europe
    Economy
    from £148

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    8h 20m
    0
    17:45
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    02:05
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    03:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    09:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    08:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    15:00
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 32m
    0
    06:49
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    10:21
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £44
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 6m
    0
    01:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    09:21
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £51
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 20m
    0
    08:39
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    13:59
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £60
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    15h 30m
    0
    15:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    07:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £53

What are the fastest trips from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

You can get to Dortmund from Karlsruhe in just 3h 32m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
from 5h 20m
Tuesday
from 4h 27m
Wednesday
from 5h 45m
Thursday
from 6h 0m
Friday
Saturday
from 10h 0m
Sunday
from 3h 32m

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    5h 20m
    0
    11:25
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    16:45
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £238
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    8h 15m
    0
    11:25
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    19:40
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £248
  • Ryanair
    9h 10m
    0
    10:30
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    19:40
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £273

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 27m
    0
    21:47
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    02:14
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 34m
    0
    15:47
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    21:21
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £28
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 40m
    0
    21:47
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    03:27
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £27
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    03:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    09:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    08:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    15:00
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    6h 55m
    0
    11:15
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    18:10
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £197
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    24h 25m
    0
    11:15
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    11:40
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £116

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    5h 45m
    0
    11:30
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    17:15
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £195
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    11h 10m
    0
    06:05
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    17:15
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £237
  • LC Perú
    11h 35m
    0
    20:55
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    08:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £178

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    03:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    09:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    08:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    15:00
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:55
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    18:25
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Wizz Air
    16h 55m
    0
    15:40
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    08:35
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £123
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    19h 55m
    0
    11:25
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    07:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £185
  • Ryanair
    21h 35m
    0
    09:45
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    07:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £174

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Wizz Air
    10h 0m
    0
    06:00
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    16:00
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £148
  • Lauda Europe
    11h 30m
    0
    19:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    07:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lauda Europe
    Economy
    from £148
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    13h 30m
    0
    17:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    07:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £146

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 32m
    0
    06:49
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    10:21
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £44
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 20m
    0
    08:39
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    13:59
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £60
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 6m
    0
    01:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    09:21
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £51
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    03:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    09:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    08:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    15:00
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:55
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    18:25
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    15h 30m
    0
    15:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    07:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £53
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Karlsruhe to Dortmund

What are the most popular stations in Karlsruhe and Dortmund?

In Karlsruhe, you will usually depart from Central Station, Tullastraße / Verkehrsbetriebe Train Station or Heidehof Train Station, while in Dortmund you will be arriving at Central Station, West Train Station or Asseln Mitte 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 Dortmund from Karlsruhe? With 6 connections between 3 Train, Bus, Flight and Carpool 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 Karlsruhe and Dortmund, you can pay as low as £19 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 Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Dortmund in just 3h 32m.

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 Karlsruhe and Dortmund are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo, 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 Karlsruhe and Dortmund 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 Ettlingen or to Dortmund Airport, and look at flights from Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport, and landing at Dortmund 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 Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

The most popular companies between Karlsruhe and Dortmund, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo, LC Perú, Ryanair and 4 more.

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

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

FAQs about the trip from Karlsruhe to Dortmund

How can I reach Dortmund from Karlsruhe?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Train, Bus, Flight and Carpool, with which you can get to Dortmund from Karlsruhe.

How far is Dortmund from Karlsruhe?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Dortmund is 286.6 km.

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

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 Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

You can get to Dortmund with just £19 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

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 Dortmund in just 3h 32m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Karlsruhe and to Dortmund

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

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