4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Karlsruhe to Vienna
Cheapest price
€64
Average price
€78
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
8 h 58 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
594 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Vienna will cost around €78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €64.
Of the 15 buses that leave Karlsruhe for Vienna on Tue, Dec 23, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct buses cover the 594 km distance in an average of 8 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest buses will take 10 h 10 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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Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 11m. 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 bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €51.
Distance: 594 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€44 Average price Cheapest | €134 Average price |
10h 42m Average total duration 10h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration Fastest 8h 11m 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
Karlsruhe to Vienna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Vienna buses for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 10:45 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 10h00 | 8:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 13h50 | 2:40 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 1:20 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 11h30 | 12:50 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 11h05 | 4:30 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 11h25 | 4:50 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 12h25 | 7:30 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 11h00 | 9:20 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 11h15 | 9:35 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 12h25 | 10:55 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:25 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 9h50 | 11:15 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 30492 · 30498 | 2:10 AM Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang) | 11h10 | 1:20 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 3:15 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 10h30 | 1:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:35 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 10h10 | 3:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:15 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 10h30 | 7:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Karlsruhe to Vienna
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Buses from Karlsruhe to Vienna run on average 12 times per day, taking around 10h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 594 km distance in 9h 50m.
Distance 594 km |
Average bus duration 10h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 9h 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Euroticket, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, Eurobus SK from Karlsruhe to ViennaYou can travel by bus between Karlsruhe to Vienna with FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Euroticket, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, Eurobus SK for as low as €29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Karlsruhe to Vienna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Vienna by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Karlsruhe, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Karlsruhe Hbf, Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof and Karlsruhe, Main train station (Forecourt). When arriving in Vienna, you can end your journey in coach stations like Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB), Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz and Vienna, Central Train Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Karlsruhe Hbf, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB), located 4.2 miles (6.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Karlsruhe to Vienna
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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
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