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What is the best way to travel from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool for the journey to Karlsruhe from Ingolstadt. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Car is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
6h 5m
£17
£20
2
Train
3h 41m
£22
£22
60
Car
3h 30m
£16
£16
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Karlsruhe from Ingolstadt?

You can get to Karlsruhe with just £16 by taking a Car from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
tomorrow
from £19
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £17
Thursday
Friday
from £16

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    14:10
    Ingolstadt
    Central Station
    20:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    14h 30m
    0
    16:05
    Ingolstadt
    Central Station
    06:35
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    14:10
    Ingolstadt
    Central Station
    20:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 42m
    0
    00:38
    Ingolstadt
    Central Station
    07:20
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 15m
    0
    05:05
    Ingolstadt
    Central Station
    09:20
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 41m
    0
    06:06
    Ingolstadt
    Central Station
    09:47
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 46m
    0
    06:54
    Ingolstadt
    Central Station
    11:40
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22

    Cheapest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 30m
    0
    11:00
    Ingolstadt
    14:30
    Karlsruhe
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    14:10
    Ingolstadt
    Central Station
    20:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22

What are the fastest trips from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe?

You can get to Karlsruhe from Ingolstadt in just 3h 30m with a Car from BlaBlaCar. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
tomorrow
from 6h 5m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 3h 41m
Thursday
Friday
from 3h 30m

    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    14:10
    Ingolstadt
    Central Station
    20:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    14h 30m
    0
    16:05
    Ingolstadt
    Central Station
    06:35
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 41m
    0
    06:06
    Ingolstadt
    Central Station
    09:47
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 56m
    0
    20:11
    Ingolstadt
    Central Station
    00:07
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 15m
    0
    05:05
    Ingolstadt
    Central Station
    09:20
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 46m
    0
    06:54
    Ingolstadt
    Central Station
    11:40
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    14:10
    Ingolstadt
    Central Station
    20:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17

    Fastest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 30m
    0
    11:00
    Ingolstadt
    14:30
    Karlsruhe
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    14:10
    Ingolstadt
    Central Station
    20:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe

What are the most popular stations in Ingolstadt and Karlsruhe?

In Ingolstadt, you will usually depart from Central Station, Village Bus Stop or North Station, while in Karlsruhe you will be arriving at Central Station, Heidehof Train Station or Tullastraße / Verkehrsbetriebe Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Karlsruhe from Ingolstadt? With 3 connections between 3 Bus, Train and Car operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Ingolstadt and Karlsruhe, you can pay as low as £16 with a Car from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Car from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Karlsruhe in just 3h 30m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Ingolstadt and Karlsruhe are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Ingolstadt and Karlsruhe is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Gaimersheim or to Ettlingen, and look at flights from , and landing at Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe?

The most popular companies between Ingolstadt and Karlsruhe, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe

How can I reach Karlsruhe from Ingolstadt?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus, Train and Car, with which you can get to Karlsruhe from Ingolstadt.

How far is Karlsruhe from Ingolstadt?

The distance between Ingolstadt and Karlsruhe is 222.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Ingolstadt and Karlsruhe?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 38 kgs, and a flight 55 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe?

You can get to Karlsruhe with just £16 by taking a Car from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Karlsruhe in just 3h 30m with a Car from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Ingolstadt and to Karlsruhe

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Ingolstadt and to Karlsruhe. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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