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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Vienna to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
8 h 14 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
594 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Vienna to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Karlsruhe will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
Of the 14 buses that leave Vienna for Karlsruhe every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 594 km distance in an average of 8 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 15 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Vienna to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 594 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£46 Average Price Cheapest | £120 Average Price |
10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration Fastest 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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
Vienna to Karlsruhe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Karlsruhe coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:55 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 12h50 | 04:45 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 16:45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 9h55 | 02:40 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:30 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 11h05 | 05:35 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:25 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 12h45 | 11:10 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:45 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 12h25 | 11:10 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:10 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 11h00 | 11:10 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:20 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 12h20 | 13:40 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 06:15 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 10h20 | 16:35 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:05 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 10h30 | 18:35 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 10h15 | 22:00 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:55 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 10h35 | 23:30 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vienna to Karlsruhe
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Buses from Vienna to Karlsruhe run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 594 km distance in 9h 55m.
Distance 594 km |
Average bus duration 9h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 55m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Vienna to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Vienna to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Vienna to Karlsruhe coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB), which is located around 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vienna and Karlsruhe
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Wien (in the station)
- Schnitzelhaus (0.2 km)
- Vienna Sausage Stand (0.3 km).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1187, 1185, 1183 Train: S7
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant 1 (in the station)
- Restaurant 2 (in the station)
- Restaurant 3 (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13A, 69A Metro: U1 Train: S1, S2, S3
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