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Karlsruhe to Salzburg Bus

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04/24/2025
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Karlsruhe to Salzburg by bus

The journey from Karlsruhe to Salzburg by bus is 229.54 mi and takes 7 hr 5 min. There are 11 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:05 AM and the last at 11:20 PM. It is possible to travel from Karlsruhe to Salzburg by bus for as little as $18.05 or as much as $33.62. The best price for this journey is $18.05.

Lowest Price $18.05
Journey Duration 7 hr 5 min
Connection per Day 11
Lowest Price $18.05
Highest Price $33.62
First Departure 12:05 AM
Last Departure 11:20 PM
Distance 229.54 mi
Departure Karlsruhe
Arrival Salzburg
Carriers Union Ivkoni, FlixBus

Karlsruhe to Salzburg Bus Times

Departure date
Thursday, Apr 24, 2025

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Salzburg

The cheapest Karlsruhe - Salzburg bus tickets can be found for as low as $24.53 if you’re lucky, or $28.51 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $34.68.

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When travelling to Salzburg by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Union Ivkoni and FlixBus from Karlsruhe to Salzburg
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Karlsruhe to Salzburg CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
25.86kg
Bus
27.71kg
Flight
73.88kg
Car
59.1kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Salzburg?
A bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Salzburg is $27.05. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $18.05.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Salzburg?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Karlsruhe to Salzburg is $18.05. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Karlsruhe and Salzburg by bus?
Karlsruhe to Salzburg is 229.54 mi.
How long does the bus between Karlsruhe and Salzburg take?
Karlsruhe to Salzburg is on average 7 hr 5 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 6 hr 0 min.
Which companies operate from Karlsruhe to Salzburg?
The bus journey from Karlsruhe to Salzburg is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Union Ivkoni, FlixBus and Union Ivkoni International.
How many bus connections per day go from Karlsruhe to Salzburg?
Karlsruhe to Salzburg has 11 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Karlsruhe to Salzburg leave?
The earliest bus from Karlsruhe to Salzburg departs at 12:05 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Karlsruhe to Salzburg depart?
The latest bus from Karlsruhe to Salzburg departs at 11:20 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Karlsruhe to Salzburg in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $18.05 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Karlsruhe to Salzburg?
There are on average 5 direct connection(s) from Karlsruhe to go to Salzburg.
What's the fastest journey time between Karlsruhe to Salzburg by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Karlsruhe and Salzburg is 6 hr 0 min.
Is there a direct bus from Karlsruhe to Salzburg?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Salzburg.
What are the CO2 emissions for Karlsruhe to Salzburg by bus?
The bus journey from Karlsruhe to Salzburg creates 27.71kg of CO2 emissions.