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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Erdberg | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Erdberg | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen / Airport (VIE) | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen / Airport (VIE) | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Erdberg | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Vienna to Karlsruhe
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just €40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Vienna and Karlsruhe?
Stops in Vienna
- A
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria - B
Vienna Airport
- C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria - DEngerthstr. 244, 1020 Wien, Austria
- EFelberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
- FTriester Str. 2, 1100 Wien, Austria
Stops in Karlsruhe
- AHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BBahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- CGoethestraße 17-19, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
- D
Karlsruhe
Gartenstraße 58, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany - E
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
Quebec Avenue, 77836 Rheinmünster, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Vienna to Karlsruhe
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Vienna to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest coach tickets from Vienna to Karlsruhe start from €33. The average price for this route is around €74. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Vienna to Karlsruhe?
The average bus journey time from Vienna to Karlsruhe is 11h 55m, covering a distance of 596 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Vienna to Karlsruhe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Eurobus, Union Ivkoni, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vienna to Karlsruhe?
The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Karlsruhe at 01:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vienna to Karlsruhe?
A bus journey from Vienna to Karlsruhe produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Vienna to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Eurobus, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Karlsruhe?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Vienna to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vienna to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Vienna to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of €37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vienna to Karlsruhe as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €37 to €52 for a bus ticket from Vienna to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €37, which is on 2026-01-30.