4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ulm to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ulm to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulm to Karlsruhe will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 5 buses that leave Ulm for Karlsruhe every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ulm to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 136 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ulm to Karlsruhe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ulm to Karlsruhe coaches for today, Thursday 29 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:20 Ulm | 2h15 | 15:35 Karlsruhe | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:15 Ulm | 2h05 | 22:20 Karlsruhe | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 30 January | |||||
| 06:40 Ulm | 2h30 | 09:10 Karlsruhe | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:20 Ulm | 2h25 | 09:45 Karlsruhe | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ulm to Karlsruhe
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Buses from Ulm to Karlsruhe run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 136 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 136 km |
Average bus duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Globtour Medjugorjie, BlaBlaCar, Centrotrans Eurolines from Ulm to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Ulm to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Globtour Medjugorjie, BlaBlaCar, Centrotrans Eurolines for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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BlaBlaCar Bus
Globtour Medjugorjie
BlaBlaCar
Centrotrans Eurolines
FAQs: Ulm to Karlsruhe coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ulm to Karlsruhe by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Karlsruhe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Globtour Medjugorjie
- A passenger can receive a partial refund if a written request is submitted at least 24 hours before the journey (25% fee) or between 24 and 12 hours before (50% fee)
- tickets cannot be canceled or refunded within 12 hours of departure.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Globtour Medjugorjie
- An additional fee may be charged by the driver for storing luggage in the compartment, with prices varying by route.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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