The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 22 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Karlsruhe will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 7 buses that leave Milan for Karlsruhe on Thu, Jan 15, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 15 the direct buses cover the 398 km distance in an average of 8 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
On Thu, Jan 15 the slowest buses will take 9 h 25 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, bus, and flight for Milan to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €80.
Distance: 247 miles (398 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€42 Average price Cheapest | €119 Average price | €71 Average price |
10h 55m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Milan to Karlsruhe Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 10:23AM | Duration 9h23 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Live departures
Milan to Karlsruhe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Karlsruhe buses for today, Wednesday, January 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 10:45 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 8h35 | 7:20 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 12:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 9h55 | 10:10 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 8h20 | 2:40 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 9h25 | 7:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 14h20 | 4:45 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 8h10 | 2:10 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 7h20 | 2:45 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Karlsruhe
Buses from Milan to Karlsruhe run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by flight.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 247 miles (398 km) distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 247 miles (398 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Milan to Karlsruhe start from as low as $30 (€24) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $52 (€42) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 9 daily trains from Milan to Karlsruhe with 6 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 7h 20m but the average duration is 10h 25m
Train Operators
- Travel from Milan to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, and Marino Autolinee
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is FlixBus.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arrive in Karlsruhe Hbf
- First train typically departs at 12:25 AM and the last at 11:45 PM
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee from Milan to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Milan to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee for as low as $29 (€23). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Milan to Karlsruhe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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 bus most frequently from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, which is located around 4.7 miles (7.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Milan to Karlsruhe, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Milan to Karlsruhe
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km)
- Pizza Express (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1 Bus: 68, 78, 80
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Italiana (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 121, 132 Metro: M3
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