How to travel from Karlsruhe to Venice

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Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe to Venice

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $88 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 10h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $88, while a train costs an average of $151.

Distance: 308 miles (496 km)

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Driving

$151

Average price

$88

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Cheapest

$136

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10h 52m

Average total duration

Fastest

10h 22m

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30m

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12h 40m

Average total duration

12h 10m

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8h 44m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Venice is a bus with an average price of $88.

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

A bus is $63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Venice costing on average $151.

The fastest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Venice is by train with an average journey time of 10h 52m.

Other travel options to Venice take longer:

Bus takes on average 12h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Karlsruhe and Venice including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Karlsruhe to Venice among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $151 compared to roughly $136 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-15.58. The journey takes 10h 22m versus 8h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Karlsruhe to Venice

How to get from Karlsruhe to Venice by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Karlsruhe to Venice is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    5:15 PM13h00
    Karlsruhe
    6:15 AMVenice
    $471One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    5:15 PM13h00
    Karlsruhe
    6:15 AMVenice
    $471One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    9:40 PM11h50
    Karlsruhe
    9:30 AMVenice
    $641One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    8:30 AM12h50
    Karlsruhe
    9:20 PMVenice
    $511One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    9:05 AM14h40
    Karlsruhe
    11:45 PMVenice
    $611One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    1:15 AM14h05
    Karlsruhe
    3:20 PMVenice
    $621One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Karlsruhe to Venice

Travel to Venice easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Karlsruhe to Venice.

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There are 2 options to travel between Karlsruhe and Venice including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Venice is a bus with an average price of $88.

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

A bus is $63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Venice costing on average $151.

The fastest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Venice is by train with an average journey time of 10h 52m.

Other travel options to Venice take longer:

Bus takes on average 12h 40m.

The distance from Karlsruhe to Venice is approximately 308 miles (496 km).
The average frequency per day from Karlsruhe to Venice is:
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Karlsruhe and Venice as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Karlsruhe to Venice:
  • Trains mostly depart from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Venice Santa Lucia.
  • Buses mostly depart from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Karlsruhe to Venice, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet to go to Venice by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, OneBus to go to Venice by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Karlsruhe to Venice:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Karlsruhe to Venice often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Florence, Milan, Paris, Verona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Venice and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Venice to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Venice, you can explore the vibrant Rialto Market for fresh produce and seafood, take a romantic gondola ride through the canals, visit the Peggy Guggenheim Collection modern art museum, enjoy a traditional meal at a local osteria, and attend a classical music concert in a historic church. Don't miss iconic sights like St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, Rialto Bridge, the Grand Canal, and Murano Island known for glassmaking.
Typically, 2 to 3 days in Venice are sufficient to explore the main attractions, such as St. Mark's Basilica, the Grand Canal, and the Rialto Bridge, while allowing time for leisurely strolls through the city's charming streets and canals.

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