Next available departures

Next departures for Vienna to Karlsruhe on September 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + Bayerische Regiobahn + Deutsche Bahn + Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg	7:28pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 57m	7:25am	Karlsruhe Hbf	Cheapest
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + Deutsche Bahn	12:28pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 24m	7:52pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:55pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	16h 31m	3:26pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + Deutsche Bahn	12:28pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 24m	7:52pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + Deutsche Bahn	12:28pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 24m	7:52pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + Deutsche Bahn	12:28pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 24m	7:52pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + Deutsche Bahn	12:28pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 24m	7:52pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + Deutsche Bahn + Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg	1:28pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 57m	9:25pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Vienna to Karlsruhe

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 11 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just TRY 2,287, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

11h 25mAverage Duration

599 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceTRY 2,287 - TRY 6,797	Average Duration11h 25m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceTRY 2,962 - TRY 15,314	Average Duration8h 25m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Vienna and Karlsruhe?

Vienna

A
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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Vienna Airport
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Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
E
Mitte
Landstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
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Hütteldorf
Hadikgasse 312, 1130 Wien, Austria

Karlsruhe

A
Karlsruhe Hbf
Bahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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B
Südseite Hauptbahnhof
Hinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 18 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at TRY 5,681

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail, Deutsche Bahn ICE

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna to Karlsruhe by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Vienna to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Karlsruhe start at TRY 2,962. The average price for this train route is around TRY 8,208. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Vienna to Karlsruhe?
The average train trip from Vienna to Karlsruhe takes 8h 25m and covers 594 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Vienna to Karlsruhe route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vienna to Karlsruhe?
The earliest train from Vienna to Karlsruhe departs at 6:28am. The latest train departs at 7:28pm.