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Compare bus and train for Karlsruhe to Würzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Würzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, while a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 88 miles (142 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$58 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Würzburg
Compare the available ways to get from Karlsruhe to Würzburg, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe to Würzburg:
A bus is $30 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Würzburg costing on average $58 (€49).
Other travel options to Würzburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 12m.
Tickets start at around $58 (€49) compared to roughly $34 (€29) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$24 (-€20). The journey takes 2h 34m versus 2h 6m 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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How to get from Karlsruhe to Würzburg by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Karlsruhe to Würzburg is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
7:35 AM 4h15 Karlsruhe 11:50 AM Würzburg $17 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:35 AM 4h15 Karlsruhe 11:50 AM Würzburg $17 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:35 AM 4h15 Karlsruhe 11:50 AM Würzburg $17 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe to Würzburg:
A bus is $30 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Würzburg costing on average $58 (€49).
Other travel options to Würzburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 12m.
- Around 8 trains per day.
- Around 3 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Karlsruhe and Würzburg as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Würzburg Hbf.
- Buses mostly depart from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Würzburg, Hbf.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, TGV to go to Würzburg by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Würzburg by bus.
- 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
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