How to travel from Karlsruhe to Vienna

There are 2 options to travel between Karlsruhe and Vienna including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $52 (€42).

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

A bus is $82 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Vienna costing on average $135 (€109).

The fastest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 15m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 33m.

Bus takes on average 10h 38m.

The distance from Karlsruhe to Vienna is approximately 369 miles (594 km).

The average frequency per day from Karlsruhe to Vienna is:

• Around 17 trains per day.
• Around 12 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Karlsruhe and Vienna 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 Vienna:

• Trains mostly depart from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Karlsruhe to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Euroticket, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Eurobus SK to go to Vienna by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, EuroNight, ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Vienna by train.
• Travel with Eurowings to go to Vienna by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Karlsruhe to Vienna with the following travel companies:

• 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Euroticket, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar, Eurobus SK.
• 0 direct flights per day with Eurowings.

Omio customers who travel from Karlsruhe to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vienna and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Vienna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Vienna, you can explore the Prater for amusement rides and the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, visit the Naschmarkt for international foods and local specialties, enjoy a scenic Danube River Cruise, and witness classical equestrian performances at the Spanish Riding School. For nature enthusiasts, the Vienna Woods offer picturesque hiking trails. Notable sights include the Schönbrunn Palace with its extensive gardens, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace with its impressive art collection, the historic Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Vienna State Opera.

Three to four days are ideal to explore Vienna's major attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the city’s vibrant cultural scene.