Find coaches from Salzburg to Karlsruhe

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Next departures from Salzburg to Karlsruhe on 24 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
P+R Süd
Südseite HauptbahnhofCheapest
Flixbus
P+R Süd
Südseite HauptbahnhofFastest
Flixbus
P+R Süd
Südseite HauptbahnhofNo tags
Flixbus
P+R Süd
Südseite HauptbahnhofNo tags
Flixbus
P+R Süd
Südseite HauptbahnhofNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Salzburg to Karlsruhe

Bus
Average priceUS$26 - US$96Average duration6h 40m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$31 - US$183Average duration5h 25m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$24 - US$45Average duration4h 50m
15kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Salzburg to Karlsruhe

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
4h 50mAverage duration
US$24Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Salzburg to Karlsruhe: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$50
Average bus trip duration6h 40m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure00:15
Distance231 miles
Latest bus departure23:20

Salzburg to Karlsruhe Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Salzburg to Karlsruhe.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Salzburg to Karlsruhe.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Karlsruhe from Salzburg, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Salzburg - Karlsruhe

  1. How far is Karlsruhe from Salzburg by coach?

    The journey from Salzburg to Karlsruhe by coach covers an approximate distance of 230 miles (370 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Karlsruhe from Salzburg without a car?

    You can reach Karlsruhe from Salzburg by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$50
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US$55
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US$24
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salzburg to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 29 Aug 2025 with a price of US$24

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salzburg to Karlsruhe as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$24 to US$86 for a bus ticket from Salzburg to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$24, which is on 2025-08-29.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Salzburg to Karlsruhe.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Salzburg to Karlsruhe.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Salzburg by bus?

Bus from Karlsruhe to Salzburg

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Train from Salzburg to Karlsruhe

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