The cheapest and fastest coaches from Vienna to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
9 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 32 m
Buses per day
8
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 £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 8 buses that leave Vienna for Karlsruhe every day 4 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 10 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 35 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus23:4512h25Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz12:10Karlsruhe Hbf£381One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus23:2512h45Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)12:10Karlsruhe Hbf£381One-way1 change
FlixBus7:0510h25Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)17:30Karlsruhe Hbf£401One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:4510h15Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)23:00Karlsruhe Hbf£401One-way0 changes
FlixBus13:5510h35Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)0:30Karlsruhe Hbf£401One-way0 changes
FlixBus17:359h50Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)3:25Karlsruhe Hbf£421One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:4510h15Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)23:00Karlsruhe Hbf£401One-way0 changes
FlixBus7:0510h25Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)17:30Karlsruhe Hbf£401One-way0 changes
FlixBus13:5510h35Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)0:30Karlsruhe Hbf£401One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus2:2011h35Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz13:55Karlsruhe Hbf£441One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 56m. 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 £26, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 594 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£45 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price |
10h 19m Average total duration 9h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration Fastest 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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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, Monday 20 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 17:35 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 9h50 | 3:25 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:05 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 11h35 | 10:40 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:45 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 12h25 | 12:10 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 12h45 | 13:55 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 21 April | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 11h35 | 13:55 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:05 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 10h25 | 17:30 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 10h15 | 23:00 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:55 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 10h35 | 0:30 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Vienna to Karlsruhe coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus or Eurobus SK to find the best option for your trip from Vienna to Karlsruhe.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Vienna to Karlsruhe.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus or Eurobus SK to find the best option for your trip from Vienna to Karlsruhe.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Vienna to Karlsruhe.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vienna to Karlsruhe
Buses from Vienna to Karlsruhe run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 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 50m.
Distance 594 km |
Average bus duration 9h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 50m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Eurobus SK from Vienna to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Vienna to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Eurobus SK for as low as £26. 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- 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.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- 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).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vienna and Karlsruhe
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
- 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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