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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
€225
Average price
€255
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 54 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
1348 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Karlsruhe will cost around €255 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €225.
Of the 6 buses that leave Madrid for Karlsruhe on Fri, Jan 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 02 the direct buses cover the 1348 km distance in an average of 1 d 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 1 h 35 m .
On Fri, Jan 02 the slowest buses will take 1 d 3 h 55 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 Madrid to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €60. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 24h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, and a train costs an average of €235.
Distance: 1348 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€98 Average price Cheapest | €235 Average price |
25h 28m Average total duration Fastest 24h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42h 6m Average total duration 41h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.3 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Karlsruhe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Karlsruhe buses for today, Thursday, January 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 1:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 28h37 | 6:27 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 26h30 | 5:15 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 26h45 | 5:30 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 25h35 | 5:15 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 27h35 | 11:00 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 27h10 | 11:00 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 7:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 37h33 | 9:23 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 8:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 36h28 | 9:23 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 27h55 | 12:50 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 3160 · 30492 | 9:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 28h35 | 2:05 AM Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang) | 1 transfer | |
| 6:35 AM Madrid | 25h50 | 8:25 AM Karlsruhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Karlsruhe
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Buses from Madrid to Karlsruhe run on average 6 times per day, taking around 24h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €60 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 1348 km distance in 25h 35m.
Distance 1348 km |
Average bus duration 24h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €60 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 25h 35m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Empresa Municipal de Transportes from Madrid to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Empresa Municipal de Transportes for as low as €60. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Karlsruhe
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Karlsruhe
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
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