The cheapest and fastest buses from Munich to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Munich to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Karlsruhe will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 23 buses that leave Munich for Karlsruhe on Sun, Dec 21, 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 254 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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 Munich to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 254 km
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€16 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price |
4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Munich to Karlsruhe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Karlsruhe buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h50 | 9:50 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h55 | 11:10 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h55 | 1:40 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h00 | 3:45 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h20 | 4:35 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) | 5h25 | 6:35 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h35 | 6:35 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h00 | 7:15 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h40 | 7:55 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 4h15 | 8:55 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h35 | 8:55 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h15 | 10:00 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h20 | 10:50 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h30 | 11:30 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
30493 | 7:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h50 | 11:20 PM Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h35 | 11:10 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h15 | 12:35 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) | 4h35 | 2:40 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h45 | 2:40 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:50 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h55 | 4:45 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h35 | 5:35 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h05 | 8:50 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Munich to Karlsruhe
Buses from Munich to Karlsruhe run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 23 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 254 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 254 km |
Average bus duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie, Infobus, Trans Turist from Munich to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Munich to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie, Infobus, Trans Turist for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Munich to Karlsruhe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB), which is located around 2.1 miles (3.4 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
Popular bus stations from Munich to Karlsruhe
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station)
- Bavarian Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 100 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8
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