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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Madrid (South) | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Madrid (South) | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Madrid (South) | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Madrid (South) | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4 | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
Get from Madrid to Karlsruhe
The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Karlsruhe?
Stops in Madrid
- AMendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
- CAvenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
- DPlaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain - FMadrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
Stops in Karlsruhe
- AHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BBahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- CGoethestraße 17-19, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
- D
Karlsruhe
Gartenstraße 58, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany - E
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
Quebec Avenue, 77836 Rheinmünster, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Madrid to Karlsruhe
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Madrid to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest coach tickets from Madrid to Karlsruhe start from £59. The average price for this route is around £100. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Madrid to Karlsruhe?
The average bus journey time from Madrid to Karlsruhe is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 828 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 1h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Madrid to Karlsruhe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madrid to Karlsruhe?
The earliest bus departs from Madrid to Karlsruhe at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madrid to Karlsruhe?
A bus journey from Madrid to Karlsruhe produces an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Madrid to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11278 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Karlsruhe?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Madrid to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madrid to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Madrid to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 7 Jan 2026 with a price of £73To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to Karlsruhe as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £73 to £135 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £73, which is on 2026-01-07.
Usually FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
