How much does a bus ticket from Ulm to Karlsruhe cost?

The bus ticket price from Ulm to Karlsruhe starts at R 232. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Ulm to Karlsruhe is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Ulm to Karlsruhe?

The average travel time between Ulm and Karlsruhe is around 2h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 136 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Ulm and Karlsruhe?

The number of buses from Ulm to Karlsruhe can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Ulm to Karlsruhe by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Ulm to Karlsruhe?

When taking the bus from Ulm to Karlsruhe, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ulm to Karlsruhe?

Buses travelling between Ulm and Karlsruhe leave from International Bus Stop - 51 or Ulm Bushaltestelle and arrive at Südseite Hauptbahnhof, Karlsruhe Hbf, Goethestraße.

Bus Ulm to Karlsruhe from R 208 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Ulm to Karlsruhe on 8 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		09:20	International Bus Stop - 51	2h 25m	11:45	Karlsruhe	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:53 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Ulm to Karlsruhe

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just R 131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15carpool per day

2hAverage duration

136 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 232 - R 799	Average duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 583 - R 1 648	Average duration1h 51m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 131 - R 315	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Bus Ulm to Karlsruhe: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 276

Average bus trip duration2h 5m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure03:35

Distance134 km

Latest bus departure23:30

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FlixBus

3.5/511 179 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 084 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Ulm to Karlsruhe Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Ulm and Karlsruhe?

Stops in Ulm

A - International Bus Stop - 51

B - Ulm Bushaltestelle

C - Bushaltestelle Ulm Einsteinstraße

D - Ulm, Böfingen, Eberhard-Finckhstr. 34

Stops in Karlsruhe

A - Südseite Hauptbahnhof

B - Karlsruhe Hbf

C - Goethestraße

D - Karlsruhe

E - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport

Frequently asked questions on the trip Ulm - Karlsruhe

How much does a bus ticket from Ulm to Karlsruhe cost?
The bus ticket price from Ulm to Karlsruhe starts at R 232. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Ulm to Karlsruhe is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Ulm to Karlsruhe?
The average travel time between Ulm and Karlsruhe is around 2h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 136 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Ulm and Karlsruhe?
The number of buses from Ulm to Karlsruhe can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Ulm to Karlsruhe by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Ulm to Karlsruhe?
When taking the bus from Ulm to Karlsruhe, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ulm to Karlsruhe?
Buses travelling between Ulm and Karlsruhe leave from International Bus Stop - 51 or Ulm Bushaltestelle and arrive at Südseite Hauptbahnhof, Karlsruhe Hbf, Goethestraße.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/11

R 338

02/11

R 380

Today

R 253

04/11

R 212

05/11

No data

06/11

No data

07/11

R 438

08/11

R 252

The cheapest trip from Ulm to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of R 212

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ulm to Karlsruhe as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 212 to R 438 for a bus ticket from Ulm to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 212, which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Ulm to Karlsruhe but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Ulm to Karlsruhe, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Ulm to Karlsruhe will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Ulm to Karlsruhe, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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