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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Carpool, Trains and Buses for the journey to Ulm from Karlsruhe. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Car
1h 40m
£9
£11
9
Train
1h 31m
£15
£17
154
Bus
2h 5m
£8
£9
10

What is the cheapest way to reach Ulm from Karlsruhe?

You can get to Ulm with just £8 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £8
tomorrow
Friday
from £9
Saturday
Sunday
from £8
Monday
Tuesday

    Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    10:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    12:25
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    11:45
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    13:55
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    20:05
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    22:20
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    18:25
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    20:30
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9

    Cheapest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    15:20
    Karlsruhe
    17:00
    Ulm
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £9
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    17:40
    Karlsruhe
    19:20
    Ulm
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £11
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    12:40
    Karlsruhe
    14:20
    Ulm
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £12
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    15:30
    Karlsruhe
    17:10
    Ulm
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £12
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    20:05
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    22:20
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    2h 30m
    0
    03:05
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    05:35
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    03:50
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    06:00
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    04:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    06:20
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 43m
    0
    04:53
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    06:36
    Ulm
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 37m
    0
    04:59
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    06:36
    Ulm
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 34m
    0
    06:00
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    07:34
    Ulm
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 31m
    0
    20:27
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    21:58
    Ulm
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    2h 5m
    0
    03:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    05:15
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    £8
  • Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    04:10
    Karlsruhe
    05:50
    Ulm
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £10
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    00:30
    Karlsruhe
    02:10
    Ulm
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £12
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    16:40
    Karlsruhe
    18:20
    Ulm
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £12
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 50m
    0
    17:30
    Karlsruhe
    19:20
    Ulm
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £12
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 6m
    0
    18:37
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    20:43
    Ulm
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 7m
    0
    19:36
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    21:43
    Ulm
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 6m
    0
    20:37
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    22:43
    Ulm
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 7m
    0
    21:36
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    23:43
    Ulm
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19

What are the fastest trips from Karlsruhe to Ulm?

You can get to Ulm from Karlsruhe in just 1h 31m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. 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
from 2h 5m
tomorrow
Friday
from 1h 31m
Saturday
Sunday
from 1h 40m
Monday
Tuesday

    Fastest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    18:25
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    20:30
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    19:30
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    21:35
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    10:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    12:25
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    11:45
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    13:55
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 31m
    0
    20:27
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    21:58
    Ulm
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 34m
    0
    06:00
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    07:34
    Ulm
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 37m
    0
    04:59
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    06:36
    Ulm
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 43m
    0
    04:53
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    06:36
    Ulm
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Fastest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    15:20
    Karlsruhe
    17:00
    Ulm
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £9
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    17:40
    Karlsruhe
    19:20
    Ulm
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £11
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    12:40
    Karlsruhe
    14:20
    Ulm
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £12
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    15:30
    Karlsruhe
    17:10
    Ulm
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £12
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    04:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    06:20
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    03:50
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    06:00
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    06:35
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    08:45
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    20:05
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    22:20
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    04:10
    Karlsruhe
    05:50
    Ulm
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £10
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    00:30
    Karlsruhe
    02:10
    Ulm
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £12
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    16:40
    Karlsruhe
    18:20
    Ulm
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £12
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    19:10
    Karlsruhe
    20:50
    Ulm
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £12
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    2h 5m
    0
    03:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    05:15
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    £8
  • Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 6m
    0
    18:37
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    20:43
    Ulm
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 6m
    0
    20:37
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    22:43
    Ulm
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 7m
    0
    19:36
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    21:43
    Ulm
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 7m
    0
    21:36
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    23:43
    Ulm
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Karlsruhe to Ulm

What are the most popular stations in Karlsruhe and Ulm?

In Karlsruhe, you will usually depart from Central Station, Heidehof Train Station or Tullastraße / Verkehrsbetriebe Train Station, while in Ulm you will be arriving at Central Station, Central Bus Station or Egertweg Steig A Coach Stop, 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 Ulm from Karlsruhe? With 10 connections between 4 Car, Train and Bus 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 Karlsruhe and Ulm, you can pay as low as £8 with a Bus from FlixBus.

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 Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Ulm in just 1h 31m.

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 Karlsruhe and Ulm are BlaBlaCar, Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus, 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 Karlsruhe and Ulm 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 Ettlingen or to Neu-Ulm, and look at flights from Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport, and landing at Memmingen 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 Karlsruhe to Ulm?

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

Bus companies: FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

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

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

FAQs about the trip from Karlsruhe to Ulm

How can I reach Ulm from Karlsruhe?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Car, Train and Bus, with which you can get to Ulm from Karlsruhe.

How far is Ulm from Karlsruhe?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Ulm is 134.9 km.

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

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 4 kgs of CO2, a train 5 kgs, a car 23 kgs, and a flight 33 kgs.

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

You can get to Ulm with just £8 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

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 Ulm in just 1h 31m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Karlsruhe and to Ulm

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

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