How much does a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Munich cost?

The bus ticket price from Karlsruhe to Munich starts at US$16. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Munich is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Karlsruhe to Munich?

The average travel time between Karlsruhe and Munich is around 3h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 254 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Karlsruhe and Munich?

The number of buses from Karlsruhe to Munich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Karlsruhe to Munich by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Karlsruhe to Munich?

When taking the bus from Karlsruhe to Munich, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Karlsruhe to Munich?

Buses travelling between Karlsruhe and Munich leave from Südseite Hauptbahnhof or Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive at ZOB Hackerbrücke, Munich Airport, Fröttmaning.

Bus Karlsruhe to Munich from US$15 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Munich on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:10	Karlsruhe	3h 50m	07:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Cheapest
23:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 30m	02:50	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Fastest
18:20	Karlsruhe	4h	22:20	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
06:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	20h	02:25	MUC Airport T2	No tags
13:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	15h 40m	05:00	MUC Airport T2	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Munich on 3 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:10	Karlsruhe	3h 50m	07:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Cheapest
23:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 30m	02:50	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Fastest
06:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	20h	02:25	MUC Airport T2	No tags
13:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	15h 40m	05:00	MUC Airport T2	No tags
00:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	03:50	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Munich on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
13:50	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	17:35	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Cheapest
23:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 30m	02:50	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Fastest
02:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 40m	06:05	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
04:15	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	4h 35m	08:50	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
04:55	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 40m	08:35	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Munich on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	22:05	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Cheapest
23:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 30m	02:50	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Fastest
08:35	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	20h 25m	05:00	MUC Airport T2	No tags
02:25	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	3h 40m	06:05	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
03:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	4h 25m	07:30	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Munich

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Munich. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10carpool per day

3h 10mAverage duration

254 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$16 - US$141	Average duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$20 - US$178	Average duration3h 32m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$12 - US$38	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Bus Karlsruhe to Munich: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$23

Average bus trip duration3h 55m

Number of daily buses9

Earliest bus departure00:05

Distance250 km

Latest bus departure23:30

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 150 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 076 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Ecolines, Infobus, RegioJet

Karlsruhe to Munich Bus

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

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

Where are the popular stops in Karlsruhe and Munich?

Stops in Karlsruhe

A - Südseite Hauptbahnhof

B - Karlsruhe Hbf

C - Goethestraße

D - Karlsruhe

E - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport

Stops in Munich

A - ZOB Hackerbrücke

B - Munich Airport

C - Fröttmaning

D - Hauptbahnhof Nord

E - Munchen (Almanya)

F - Munchen Airport

Frequently asked questions on the trip Karlsruhe - Munich

How much does a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Munich cost?
The bus ticket price from Karlsruhe to Munich starts at US$16. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Munich is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Karlsruhe to Munich?
The average travel time between Karlsruhe and Munich is around 3h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 254 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Karlsruhe and Munich?
The number of buses from Karlsruhe to Munich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Karlsruhe to Munich by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Karlsruhe to Munich?
When taking the bus from Karlsruhe to Munich, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Karlsruhe to Munich?
Buses travelling between Karlsruhe and Munich leave from Südseite Hauptbahnhof or Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive at ZOB Hackerbrücke, Munich Airport, Fröttmaning.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

30/10

US$22

31/10

US$28

Today

US$29

02/11

US$24

03/11

US$17

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05/11

US$18

06/11

US$18

The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Munich was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$17

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

You can expect to pay from US$17 to US$107 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Munich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$17, which is on 2025-11-03.

Usually FlixBus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Karlsruhe and Munich!

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 Karlsruhe to Munich.

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 Karlsruhe to Munich.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Karlsruhe to Munich, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Karlsruhe to Munich?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time3h 55m	Avg priceUS$23	Daily departures9
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time3h 32m	Avg priceUS$59	Daily departures34
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time3h 10m	Avg priceUS$27	Daily departures10

Will you be returning to Karlsruhe by bus?

Bus from Munich to Karlsruhe

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Train from Karlsruhe to Munich

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