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Compare train and bus for Maastricht to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maastricht to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of DKK 315 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of DKK 315, while a train costs an average of DKK 798.
Distance: 175 miles (282 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
DKK 798 Average price | DKK 315 Average price Cheapest | DKK 581 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg 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 Maastricht to Karlsruhe
Compare the available ways to get from Maastricht to Karlsruhe, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Maastricht to Karlsruhe:
A bus is DKK 484 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Maastricht to Karlsruhe costing on average DKK 798.
Other travel options to Karlsruhe take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 23m.
Tickets start at around DKK 798 compared to roughly DKK 581 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -DKK 217. The journey takes 4h 20m versus 3h 51m 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 Maastricht to Karlsruhe by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Maastricht to Karlsruhe is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
10:59 PM 11h36 Maastricht 10:35 AM Karlsruhe DKK 219 1 One-way 0 transfers
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10:59 PM 11h36 Maastricht 10:35 AM Karlsruhe DKK 219 1 One-way 0 transfers
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10:59 PM 11h36 Maastricht 10:35 AM Karlsruhe DKK 219 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Maastricht to Karlsruhe:
A bus is DKK 484 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Maastricht to Karlsruhe costing on average DKK 798.
Other travel options to Karlsruhe take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 23m.
- Around 6 buses per day.
- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Maastricht and Karlsruhe as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Maastricht station and arrive in Karlsruhe Hbf.
- Buses mostly depart from Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) and arrive in Karlsruhe Hbf.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Karlsruhe by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Karlsruhe by bus.
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