The cheapest and fastest buses from Munich to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Buses per day
20
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 $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 20 buses that leave Munich for Karlsruhe on Mon, Dec 01, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 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 Mon, Dec 01 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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Travel Information
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: 157 miles (254 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€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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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Munich to Karlsruhe Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Live departures
Munich to Karlsruhe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Karlsruhe buses for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | |
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 | |
30487 | 10:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h30 | 2:00 AM Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h45 | 2:40 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 | |
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 | 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 | |
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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 $12 (€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 157 miles (254 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€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 $12 (€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 bus 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 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.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- 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.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Munich 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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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