What is the best way to travel from Karlsruhe to Ingolstadt?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Ingolstadt from Karlsruhe?
You can get to Ingolstadt with just $20 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.
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Deutsche Bahn4h 52m010:21 AMKarlsruheCentral Station3:13 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/14/2026 10:21:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/14/2026 3:13:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 52m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 49m06:41 PMKarlsruheCentral Station11:30 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/14/2026 6:41:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/14/2026 11:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 49m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 22m08:37 PMKarlsruheCentral Station12:59 AMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/14/2026 8:37:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/15/2026 12:59:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 22m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 26m06:37 PMKarlsruheCentral Station11:03 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/14/2026 6:37:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/14/2026 11:03:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 26m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 45m012:43 AMKarlsruheCentral Station7:28 AMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/14/2026 12:43:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/14/2026 7:28:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
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Deutsche Bahn5h 4m05:59 AMKarlsruheCentral Station11:03 AMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/15/2026 5:59:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/15/2026 11:03:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 4m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 31m06:59 PMKarlsruheCentral Station11:30 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/15/2026 6:59:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/15/2026 11:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 31m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 36m010:37 AMKarlsruheCentral Station3:13 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/15/2026 10:37:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/15/2026 3:13:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 36m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 40m08:06 PMKarlsruheCentral Station11:46 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/15/2026 8:06:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/15/2026 11:46:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 35m011:12 PMKarlsruheCentral Station6:47 AMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/15/2026 11:12:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/16/2026 6:47:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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FlixBus5h 45m010:15 AMKarlsruheCentral Station4:00 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/15/2026 10:15:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/15/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Cheapest Trains Wednesday
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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FlixBus5h 45m010:15 AMKarlsruheCentral Station4:00 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/16/2026 10:15:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/16/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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Deutsche Bahn6h 45m012:43 AMKarlsruheCentral Station7:28 AMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/19/2026 12:43:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/19/2026 7:28:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 9m08:36 AMKarlsruheCentral Station12:45 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/19/2026 8:36:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/19/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 9m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 9m06:37 PMKarlsruheCentral Station10:46 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/19/2026 6:37:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/19/2026 10:46:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 9m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 35m08:11 PMKarlsruheCentral Station11:46 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/19/2026 8:11:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/19/2026 11:46:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 22m08:37 PMKarlsruheCentral Station12:59 AMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/19/2026 8:37:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/20/2026 12:59:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 22m
Cheapest Trains Sunday
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FlixBus5h 45m010:15 AMKarlsruheCentral Station4:00 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/20/2026 10:15:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/20/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Cheapest Buses Monday
What are the fastest trips from Karlsruhe to Ingolstadt?
You can get to Ingolstadt from Karlsruhe in just 3h 35m 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.
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Deutsche Bahn4h 22m08:37 PMKarlsruheCentral Station12:59 AMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/14/2026 8:37:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/15/2026 12:59:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 22m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 26m06:37 PMKarlsruheCentral Station11:03 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/14/2026 6:37:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/14/2026 11:03:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 26m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 49m06:41 PMKarlsruheCentral Station11:30 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/14/2026 6:41:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/14/2026 11:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 49m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 52m010:21 AMKarlsruheCentral Station3:13 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/14/2026 10:21:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/14/2026 3:13:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 52m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 45m012:43 AMKarlsruheCentral Station7:28 AMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/14/2026 12:43:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/14/2026 7:28:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
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Deutsche Bahn3h 40m08:06 PMKarlsruheCentral Station11:46 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/15/2026 8:06:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/15/2026 11:46:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 31m06:59 PMKarlsruheCentral Station11:30 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/15/2026 6:59:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/15/2026 11:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 31m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 36m010:37 AMKarlsruheCentral Station3:13 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/15/2026 10:37:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/15/2026 3:13:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 36m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 4m05:59 AMKarlsruheCentral Station11:03 AMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/15/2026 5:59:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/15/2026 11:03:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 4m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 35m011:12 PMKarlsruheCentral Station6:47 AMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/15/2026 11:12:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/16/2026 6:47:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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FlixBus5h 45m010:15 AMKarlsruheCentral Station4:00 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/15/2026 10:15:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/15/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Fastest Trains Wednesday
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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FlixBus5h 45m010:15 AMKarlsruheCentral Station4:00 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/16/2026 10:15:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/16/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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Deutsche Bahn3h 35m08:11 PMKarlsruheCentral Station11:46 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/19/2026 8:11:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/19/2026 11:46:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 9m08:36 AMKarlsruheCentral Station12:45 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/19/2026 8:36:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/19/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 9m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 9m06:37 PMKarlsruheCentral Station10:46 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/19/2026 6:37:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/19/2026 10:46:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 9m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 22m08:37 PMKarlsruheCentral Station12:59 AMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/19/2026 8:37:00 PM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/20/2026 12:59:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 22m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 45m012:43 AMKarlsruheCentral Station7:28 AMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/19/2026 12:43:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/19/2026 7:28:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
Fastest Trains Sunday
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FlixBus5h 45m010:15 AMKarlsruheCentral Station4:00 PMIngolstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 4/20/2026 10:15:00 AM to Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) arriving at 4/20/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Fastest Buses Monday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Karlsruhe to Ingolstadt
What are the most popular stations in Karlsruhe and Ingolstadt?
In Karlsruhe, you will usually depart from Central Station, Tullastraße / Verkehrsbetriebe Train Station or Heidehof Train Station, while in Ingolstadt you will be arriving at North Station, Village Bus Stop or Central 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 Ingolstadt from Karlsruhe? With 3 connections between 2 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 Ingolstadt, you can pay as low as $20 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 Ingolstadt in just 3h 35m.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 Ingolstadt are 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 Ingolstadt 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 Gaimersheim, and look at flights from Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport, and landing at . 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 Ingolstadt?
The most popular companies between Karlsruhe and Ingolstadt, are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus. 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 Karlsruhe to Ingolstadt
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Karlsruhe to Ingolstadt. 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 Ingolstadt
How can I reach Ingolstadt from Karlsruhe?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Ingolstadt from Karlsruhe.
How far is Ingolstadt from Karlsruhe?
The distance between Karlsruhe and Ingolstadt is 138.3 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Karlsruhe and Ingolstadt?
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 Karlsruhe to Ingolstadt?
You can get to Ingolstadt with just $20 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Ingolstadt?
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 Ingolstadt in just 3h 35m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Karlsruhe and to Ingolstadt
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Karlsruhe and to Ingolstadt. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
