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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€119
Fastest journey
5 h 12 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
527 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Karlsruhe will cost around €119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
Of the 8 trains that leave Berlin for Karlsruhe on Thu, Dec 11, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct trains cover the 527 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 12 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest trains will take 5 h 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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ICE 942 · ICE 75ICE 146 · ICE 1579ICE 279ICE 1035 · ICE 73ICE 942 · ICE 75ICE 279ICE 371ICE 597 · ICE 107
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Berlin to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 527 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€74 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest |
6h 26m Average total duration Fastest 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Karlsruhe train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Karlsruhe trains for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1035 · ICE 73 | Delayed 6:57 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h12 | 12:10 PM 12:10 PMKarlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 279 | On time 7:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h29 | 12:58 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 597 · ICE 107 | On time 8:26 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h32 | 1:58 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 942 · ICE 75 | On time 8:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h23 | 2:09 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 146 · ICE 1579 | On time 9:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 6h45 | 3:51 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 9:12 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 7h04 | 4:16 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 9:25 AM Berlin Hbf | 6h51 | 4:16 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 371 | On time 9:28 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h29 | 2:57 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 11 | |||||
| 5:37 AM Berlin | 8h28 | 2:05 PM Karlsruhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Karlsruhe
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Trains from Berlin to Karlsruhe run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 527 km distance in 5h 12m.
Distance 527 km |
Average train duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 12m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Österreichische Bundesbahnen from Berlin to Karlsruhe trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Österreichische Bundesbahnen trains will get you between Berlin and Karlsruhe from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
FAQs: Trains from Berlin to Karlsruhe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Karlsruhe by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Karlsruhe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Berlin Hbf, which is located around 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Karlsruhe Hbf, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berlin to Karlsruhe
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- AVCI Bistro
- Restaurant Athos
- Yoko Sushi
- Payamlino Bistro
- Hotel Nova
- Pension Adamshof
- Pension Zum Lichtenberger
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- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Haus der 100 Biere
- Ach!NikO!Ach!
- Ristorante Salve
- Mommsen-Eck
- Hotel Orion
- Come Inn Berlin Kurfürstendamm Opera
- Ku’ Damm 101 Design-Hotel Berlin
- EnergieHotel
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 20:00
- Vinarte
- Am Tiergarten
- Panorama
- Alter Brauhof
- Hotel Barbarossa
- Hotel Avisa
- Am Tiergarten
- Aparthotel Aijana
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- Rosenstüble 2.0
- Saloniki
- Rote Taube
- Beim Schupi
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 13:00
- Hubraum
- Vogel Hausbräu Durlach
- Asia Gourmet
- Borsalino
- Hotel Große Linde
- Zum Erwin
- Der Blaue Reiter
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