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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Carpool and Flights to Bologna from Karlsruhe. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
11h 15m
£43
£59
8
Car
8h 10m
£37
£40
1
Flight
6h 0m
£104
£167
12

What is the cheapest way to reach Bologna from Karlsruhe?

You can reach Bologna with just £37 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £46
Friday
from £37
Saturday
from £43
Sunday
from £62
Monday
from £43
Tuesday
from £104
Wednesday
from £47

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    13h 15m
    0
    09:45
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    23:00
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £46
  • FlixBus
    12h 10m
    0
    03:20
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    15:30
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47
  • FlixBus
    12h 15m
    0
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    08:25
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47
  • FlixBus
    12h 0m
    0
    09:30
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    21:30
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £50
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Skyscanner
    13h 30m
    0
    06:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    20:20
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £119
  • Skyscanner
    6h 55m
    0
    13:25
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    20:20
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £123
  • Ryanair
    6h 0m
    0
    16:25
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    22:25
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £129

    Cheapest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    8h 20m
    0
    00:40
    Karlsruhe
    09:00
    Bologna
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £37
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    13h 0m
    0
    11:50
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    00:50
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £62
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    05:20
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    19:45
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £67
  • FlixBus
    12h 0m
    0
    09:30
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    21:30
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £68
  • FlixBus
    12h 10m
    0
    03:20
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    15:30
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £70
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Skyscanner
    9h 25m
    0
    06:05
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    15:30
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £162
  • LC Perú
    6h 35m
    0
    15:45
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    22:20
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £184
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    13h 55m
    0
    19:45
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    09:40
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £194
  • Wizz Air
    10h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    19:00
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £282

    Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    8h 10m
    0
    02:50
    Karlsruhe
    11:00
    Bologna
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £43

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    12h 15m
    0
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    08:25
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £62
  • FlixBus
    13h 45m
    0
    23:40
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    13:25
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £69
  • FlixBus
    12h 10m
    0
    03:20
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    15:30
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £77
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    05:20
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    19:45
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £77
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • LC Perú
    6h 35m
    0
    15:45
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    22:20
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £139
  • Skyscanner
    6h 30m
    0
    06:30
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    13:00
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £169

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    12h 15m
    0
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    08:25
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £43
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    05:20
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    19:45
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £50
  • FlixBus
    13h 15m
    0
    09:45
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    23:00
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £51
  • FlixBus
    13h 45m
    0
    23:40
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    13:25
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £53

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Lauda Europe
    21h 10m
    0
    18:20
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    15:30
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Lauda Europe
    Economy
    from £104
  • Ryanair
    12h 30m
    0
    22:20
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    10:50
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £115
  • Ryanair
    10h 55m
    0
    09:05
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    20:00
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £150
  • Skyscanner
    23h 25m
    0
    11:05
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    10:30
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £168

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    11h 15m
    0
    16:30
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    03:45
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47
  • FlixBus
    12h 15m
    0
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    08:25
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £50
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    05:20
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    19:45
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £58
  • FlixBus
    16h 15m
    0
    23:20
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    15:35
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £58

What are the fastest trips from Karlsruhe to Bologna?

You can get to Bologna from Karlsruhe in just 6h 0m with a Flight from Ryanair. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 6h 0m
Friday
from 6h 35m
Saturday
from 8h 10m
Sunday
from 6h 30m
Monday
from 12h 10m
Tuesday
from 7h 5m
Wednesday
from 11h 15m

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Ryanair
    6h 0m
    0
    16:25
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    22:25
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £129
  • Skyscanner
    6h 55m
    0
    13:25
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    20:20
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £123
  • Skyscanner
    13h 30m
    0
    06:50
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    20:20
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £119
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    12h 0m
    0
    09:30
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    21:30
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £50
  • FlixBus
    12h 10m
    0
    03:20
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    15:30
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47
  • FlixBus
    12h 15m
    0
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    08:25
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47
  • FlixBus
    13h 15m
    0
    09:45
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    23:00
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £46

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • LC Perú
    6h 35m
    0
    15:45
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    22:20
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £184
  • Skyscanner
    9h 25m
    0
    06:05
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    15:30
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £162
  • Wizz Air
    10h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    19:00
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £282
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    13h 55m
    0
    19:45
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    09:40
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £194
  • Fastest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    8h 20m
    0
    00:40
    Karlsruhe
    09:00
    Bologna
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £37
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    12h 0m
    0
    09:30
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    21:30
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £68
  • FlixBus
    12h 10m
    0
    03:20
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    15:30
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £70
  • FlixBus
    13h 0m
    0
    11:50
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    00:50
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £62
  • FlixBus
    13h 45m
    0
    23:40
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    13:25
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £71

    Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    8h 10m
    0
    02:50
    Karlsruhe
    11:00
    Bologna
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £43

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Skyscanner
    6h 30m
    0
    06:30
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    13:00
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £169
  • LC Perú
    6h 35m
    0
    15:45
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    22:20
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £139
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    12h 0m
    0
    09:30
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    21:30
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £79
  • FlixBus
    12h 10m
    0
    03:20
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    15:30
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £77
  • FlixBus
    12h 15m
    0
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    08:25
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £62
  • FlixBus
    13h 45m
    0
    23:40
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    13:25
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £69

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    12h 10m
    0
    03:20
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    15:30
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £54
  • FlixBus
    12h 15m
    0
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    08:25
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £43
  • FlixBus
    13h 15m
    0
    09:45
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    23:00
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £51
  • FlixBus
    13h 45m
    0
    23:40
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    13:25
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £53

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Skyscanner
    7h 5m
    0
    11:05
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    18:10
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £170
  • Ryanair
    10h 55m
    0
    09:05
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    20:00
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £150
  • Ryanair
    12h 30m
    0
    22:20
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    10:50
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £115
  • Lauda Europe
    21h 10m
    0
    18:20
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    15:30
    Bologna Airport
    Bologna Airport
    0
    Lauda Europe
    Economy
    from £104

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    11h 15m
    0
    16:30
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    03:45
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47
  • FlixBus
    12h 15m
    0
    20:10
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    08:25
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £50
  • FlixBus
    13h 30m
    0
    09:30
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    23:00
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £59
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    05:20
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    19:45
    Bologna
    Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £58
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Karlsruhe to Bologna

What are the most popular stations in Karlsruhe and Bologna?

In Karlsruhe, you will usually depart from Central Station, Heidehof Train Station or Tullastraße / Verkehrsbetriebe Train Station, while in Bologna you will be arriving at Central Station, Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station or Corticella 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 Bologna from Karlsruhe? With 6 connections between 2 Bus, Carpool and Flight 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 Bologna, you can pay as low as £37 with a Carpool 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 Flight from Ryanair: you will get to Bologna in just 6h 0m.

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 Bologna are FlixBus, Skyscanner and Ryanair, 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 Bologna 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 Ponticella, and look at flights from Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport, and landing at Bologna 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 Bologna?

The most popular companies between Karlsruhe and Bologna, are FlixBus, Skyscanner and Ryanair. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Airlines: Skyscanner, Ryanair, LC Perú and 3 more.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Karlsruhe to Bologna. 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 Bologna

How can I reach Bologna from Karlsruhe?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus, Carpool and Flight, with which you can get to Bologna from Karlsruhe.

How far is Bologna from Karlsruhe?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Bologna is 549.3 km.

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

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 15 kgs of CO2, a train 19 kgs, a car 93 kgs, and a flight 135 kgs.

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

You can get to Bologna with just £37 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

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

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 Bologna in just 6h 0m with a Flight from Ryanair.

More routes to Karlsruhe and to Bologna

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

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