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

The cheapest way to get from Lech to Karlsruhe is to bus which costs €35 - €70 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lech to Karlsruhe is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Lech and Karlsruhe?

No, there is no direct bus from Lech to Karlsruhe station. However, there are services departing from Lech Schlosskopf and arriving at Karlsruhe central train station via Schoppernau Gemeindeamt and Bregenz bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from Lech to Karlsruhe?

The distance between Lech and Karlsruhe is 399 km. The road distance is 317.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lech to Karlsruhe without a car is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs €45 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Lech to Karlsruhe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lech to Karlsruhe bus from?

Lech to Karlsruhe bus services, operated by Landbus Bregenzerwald, depart from Schoppernau Gemeindeamt station.

Train or bus from Lech to Karlsruhe?

The best way to get from Lech to Karlsruhe is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs €45 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Lech to Karlsruhe bus arrive?

Lech to Karlsruhe bus services, operated by Landbus Bregenzerwald, arrive at Bregenz Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Lech to Karlsruhe?

Yes, the driving distance between Lech to Karlsruhe is 318 km. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Lech to Karlsruhe.

Where can I stay near Karlsruhe?

There are 840+ hotels available in Karlsruhe.

Lech to Karlsruhe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lech to Karlsruhe 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 Langen Am Arlberg to Stuttgart Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Stuttgart Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbftrain Re
6h 57m
€47–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Schoppernau Gemeindeamt to Bregenz Bahnhofbus 840
2. Take the bus from Bregenz bus station to Karlsruhe central train stationbus N77
9h 25m
€39–69
Drive 317.5 km
1. Drive from Lech to Karlsruhecar 317.5 km
4h 18m
€52–75
Train via Radolfzell
1. Take the train from Langen Am Arlberg to Friedrichshafen Stadttrain Ice
2. Take the train from Friedrichsh. Stadtbahnhof to Radolfzell Bahnhoftrain Re3
3. Take the train from Radolfzell Bahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain Re2
8h 11m
€71–98

Lech to Karlsruhe by bus and train

10Weekly Services

6h 57mAverage Duration

€47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 399.4 km
Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between Lech, Austria and Karlsruhe, Germany?

You can take a bus from Lech Rüfiplatz to Karlsruhe Hbf via Langen a. A. Bahnhof, Langen Am Arlberg, and Stuttgart Hbf in around 6h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lech Schlosskopf to Karlsruhe central train station via Schoppernau Gemeindeamt, Bregenz Bahnhof, and Bregenz bus station in around 9h 25m.

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