What is the cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Mainau?

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Mainau is to bus which costs €18 - €30 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Mainau is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Mainau?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karlsruhe central train station station and arriving at Constance central bus station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Mainau?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Mainau is 252 km. The road distance is 224.5 km.

How do I travel from Karlsruhe to Mainau without a car?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Mainau without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs €35 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Karlsruhe to Mainau?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Karlsruhe to Mainau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Mainau bus from?

Karlsruhe to Mainau bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Karlsruhe central train station.

Train or bus from Karlsruhe to Mainau?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Mainau is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €30 and takes 4h.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Mainau bus arrive?

Karlsruhe to Mainau bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Constance central bus station.

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Mainau?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Mainau is 225 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Karlsruhe to Mainau.

How do I get a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Mainau?

Book your Karlsruhe to Mainau bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Mainau?

There are 2769+ hotels available in Mainau.

Karlsruhe to Mainau - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Karlsruhe to Mainau by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Konstanz Bahnhoftrain Re2
3h 31m
€37–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Constance central bus stationbus FlixBus 024
4h
€18–30
Drive 224.5 km
1. Drive from Karlsruhe to Mainaucar 224.5 km
2h 7m
€32–45

Karlsruhe to Mainau by train and bus

97Weekly Services

3h 31mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 252.2 km
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Karlsruhe, Germany and Mainau, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Konstanz Bahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Constance central bus station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €18–30 and the journey takes 4h.

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