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Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Vienna
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 662, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Karlsruhe and Vienna?
Karlsruhe
- ABahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
Vienna
- AFelberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria - D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria - ELandstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
- F
Belvedere
Am Belvedere 1, 1100 Wien, Austria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe to Vienna by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Karlsruhe to Vienna?
The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Vienna start from R 1 292. The average price for this train route is around R 2 578. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Karlsruhe to Vienna?
The average train journey time from Karlsruhe to Vienna is 7h 42m, covering a distance of 594 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 48m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Karlsruhe to Vienna route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Karlsruhe to Vienna?
The earliest train from Karlsruhe to Vienna departs at 06:37. And the latest train departs at 18:05.
Which is the best train operator from Karlsruhe to Vienna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Karlsruhe to Vienna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Karlsruhe to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Karlsruhe to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Vienna was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 828To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Karlsruhe to Vienna as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 828 to R 5 079 for a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 828, which is on 2025-12-20.
