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The cheapest and fastest buses from Karlsruhe to Augsburg

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

$18

Average ticket price on Sep 20

$21

Fastest journey on Sep 20

2 h 40 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

3 h 2 m

Buses on Sep 20

10

Distance

197 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Augsburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Augsburg will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.

Fast buses

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 10 buses from Karlsruhe to Augsburg, including 10 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 197 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 3 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:30 PM3h00
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    10:30 PMAugsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:55 AM3h05
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    7:00 AMAugsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:15 PM3h25
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    9:40 PMAugsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:05 AM3h25
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    6:30 AMAugsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:10 AM4h10
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    3:20 PMAugsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe to Augsburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Augsburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, while a train costs an average of $71.

Distance: 122 miles (197 km)

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Driving

$23

Average price

Cheapest

$71

Average price

$42

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 44m

Average total duration

3h 14m

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2h 57m

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Fastest

2h 27m

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2h 46m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Augsburg is a bus with an average price of $23.

This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe to Augsburg:

A bus is $48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Augsburg costing on average $71.

The fastest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Augsburg is by train with an average journey time of 2h 27m.

Other travel options to Augsburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Karlsruhe and Augsburg including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Karlsruhe to Augsburg among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $23 compared to roughly $42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19. The journey takes 3h 14m versus 2h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Karlsruhe to Augsburg Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:15AM
Arrival Time
02:55AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:15AM
Arrival Time
03:55AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:15AM
Arrival Time
05:25AM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:05AM
Arrival Time
06:30AM
Duration
3h25
Departure days
Wed, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:15AM
Arrival Time
06:25AM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:55AM
Arrival Time
07:00AM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Wed, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:15AM
Arrival Time
07:30AM
Duration
3h15
Departure days
Wed, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:35AM
Arrival Time
09:45AM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Wed, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:15AM
Arrival Time
01:30PM
Duration
3h15
Departure days
Wed, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:10AM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:30PM
Arrival Time
03:45PM
Duration
3h15
Departure days
Wed, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
01:50PM
Arrival Time
04:00PM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
02:10PM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
04:10PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
04:30PM
Arrival Time
06:40PM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$27
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:25PM
Arrival Time
08:35PM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Mon, Tue
Cheapest price
$16
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:30PM
Arrival Time
08:30PM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Mon, Thu
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:15PM
Arrival Time
09:40PM
Duration
3h25
Departure days
Wed, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:30PM
Arrival Time
09:30PM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$17
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:30PM
Arrival Time
10:30PM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Wed, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$14

Live departures

Karlsruhe to Augsburg bus times

The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Augsburg buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus6:15 PM Karlsruhe Hbf
3h25
9:40 PM Augsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 PM Karlsruhe Hbf
3h00
10:30 PM Augsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North)0 transfersDirect
Sunday, September 20
FlixBusFlixBus2:15 AM Karlsruhe Hbf
2h40
4:55 AM Augsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:05 AM Karlsruhe Hbf
3h25
6:30 AM Augsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:55 AM Karlsruhe Hbf
3h05
7:00 AM Augsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:15 AM Karlsruhe Hbf
3h15
7:30 AM Augsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:35 AM Karlsruhe Hbf
3h10
9:45 AM Augsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:15 AM Karlsruhe Hbf
3h15
1:30 PM Augsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:10 AM Karlsruhe Hbf
4h10
3:20 PM Augsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:30 PM Karlsruhe Hbf
3h15
3:45 PM Augsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Karlsruhe to Augsburg

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Buses from Karlsruhe to Augsburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.

There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 22:25. The fastest bus covers the 122 miles (197 km) distance in 2h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
122 miles (197 km)
Average bus duration
3h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
$13
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
2h 40m
First bus
12:35 AM
Last bus
10:25 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
35 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus from Karlsruhe to AugsburgYou can travel by bus between Karlsruhe to Augsburg with FlixBus for as low as $13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
$13
FlixBus frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Complete guide to Augsburg

Things to do in Augsburg

Discover the best of Augsburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Augsburg trip today.

  • Must visit

Maximilian Museum

Large museum on Augsburg's Roman past through modern times, with standout archaeology, guild, and imperial city collections.

  • Must visit

Schaezlerpalais

Art museum in a former church, known for German Baroque and Old Master works in a dramatic architectural setting.

  • Recommended

Museum Kulturgeschichte

Displays the UNESCO water management system with models and original sites, explaining the engineering that shaped Augsburg.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable. Cheaper than Munich, but not as low-cost as smaller towns.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for cappuccino or similar coffee.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10%; round up for taxis; leave small change in cafes.

FAQs: Bus from Karlsruhe to Augsburg

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Augsburg 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 Augsburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Augsburg can start from as little as $13 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Karlsruhe to Augsburg is $23 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Karlsruhe to Augsburg is 2h 40m to travel the 122 miles (197 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Karlsruhe to Augsburg leaves at 12:35 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Karlsruhe to Augsburg leaves at 10:25 PM.
Yes, there are 7 direct buses a day from Karlsruhe to Augsburg with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Karlsruhe to Augsburg, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Augsburg. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Karlsruhe and Augsburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Augsburg from Karlsruhe is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Karlsruhe to Augsburg is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Karlsruhe and Augsburg including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Karlsruhe to Augsburg:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Karlsruhe to Augsburg for bus company FlixBus.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Augsburg are:
  • Augsburg Cathedral, a historic Roman Catholic cathedral known for its stunning Gothic architecture and ancient stained glass windows
  • Fuggerei, the world's oldest social housing complex still in use, founded in 1521 by Jakob Fugger
  • Augsburg Town Hall, a Renaissance-style building featuring the Golden Hall with its opulent interior and intricate ceiling
  • Perlach Tower, a medieval watchtower offering panoramic views of the city from its observation deck
  • Augsburg Zoo, a family-friendly attraction with a wide variety of animals and interactive exhibits.
The best things to do in Augsburg include:
  • Maximilian Museum, showcasing Augsburg's rich history and craftsmanship through various exhibits
  • Botanical Garden Augsburg, featuring diverse plant species and themed gardens for a peaceful retreat
  • Augsburg Puppet Theatre Museum, offering a unique collection of puppets and marionettes
  • Explore the historic Lech canals, a network of waterways that have shaped the city's development
  • Attend a performance at the Augsburg State Theatre, known for its diverse program of opera, drama, and ballet.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Augsburg depends on the bus companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Karlsruhe to Augsburg.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Augsburg:
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Augsburg:
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Karlsruhe to Augsburg. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Karlsruhe to Augsburg with the following bus company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Karlsruhe to Augsburg with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Karlsruhe to Augsburg with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Since both Karlsruhe and Augsburg are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Karlsruhe to Augsburg among Omio's users.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
In Augsburg, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the city center and public transportation. Scams involving fake charity collectors and overpriced taxi rides can also occur. Staying vigilant in busy spots and using authorized transport services helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Karlsruhe to Augsburg

Most Karlsruhe to Augsburg buses use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Augsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North) station pair. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe and Augsburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Karlsruhe
Arrival bus stations in Augsburg
Karlsruhe Hbf
City-centre transport

Getting to Karlsruhe Hbf from Karlsruhe city centre

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