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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Karlsruhe Hbf
Showing times and prices for Dec 27
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€56
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
118 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Karlsruhe Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Karlsruhe Hbf will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
Fast trains
Of the 24 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Karlsruhe Hbf on Sat, Dec 27, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 27 the direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Sat, Dec 27 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.
ICE 617 · ICE 67710:51PM1h19
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station12:10AMKarlsruhe Hbf
€291One-way
1 transfer
S9 · ICE 7709:45PM1h41
Frankfurt am Main Flughafen11:26PMKarlsruhe Hbf
€341One-way
1 transfer
ICE 20509:51PM1h14
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station11:05PMKarlsruhe Hbf
€461One-way
0 transfers
ICE 1013 · ICE 7506:22PM1h01
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station07:23PMKarlsruhe Hbf
€491One-way
1 transfer
ICE 615 · ICE 37908:51PM1h13
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station10:04PMKarlsruhe Hbf
€491One-way
1 transfer
ICE 1013 · ICE 7506:22PM1h01
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station07:23PMKarlsruhe Hbf
€491One-way
1 transfer
ICE 1015 · ECE 908:22PM1h01
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station09:23PMKarlsruhe Hbf
€491One-way
1 transfer
ICE 1011 · ICE 704:22PM1h01
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station05:23PMKarlsruhe Hbf
€491One-way
1 transfer
ICE 915 · ICE 7110:22AM1h01
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station11:23AMKarlsruhe Hbf
€651One-way
1 transfer
ICE 919 · ICE 7302:22PM1h01
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station03:23PMKarlsruhe Hbf
€651One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Karlsruhe Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Karlsruhe Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 118 km
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€32 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Karlsruhe Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Karlsruhe Hbf trains for tomorrow, Saturday, December 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:27 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 513 · ICE 277 | On time 7:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 8:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 103 | On time 8:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 9:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 915 · ICE 71 | On time 9:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 10:23 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 515 · ICE 279 | On time 9:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 10:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 219 · 15975 | On time 10:00 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h44 | 11:44 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 105 | On time 10:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 11:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 225 · ECE 5 | On time 11:21 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h02 | 12:23 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 517 · ICE 371 | On time 11:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 12:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 107 | On time 12:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 1:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 919 · ICE 73 | On time 1:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 2:23 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 519 · ICE 373 | On time 1:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 2:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1011 · ICE 7 | On time 3:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 4:23 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 611 · ICE 375 | On time 3:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h07 | 4:58 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 201 | On time 4:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 5:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1013 · ICE 75 | On time 5:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 6:23 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 613 · ICE 377 | On time 5:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 6:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 203 | On time 6:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 7:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1015 · ECE 9 | On time 7:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 8:23 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 615 · ICE 379 | On time 7:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h13 | 9:04 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 77 | On time 8:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h41 | 10:26 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 205 | On time 8:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h14 | 10:05 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 617 · ICE 677 | On time 9:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h19 | 11:10 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S8 · 4589 · S9 | 10:00 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h48 | 12:48 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Karlsruhe Hbf
GermanyGermany
Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Karlsruhe Hbf run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 50m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6
Distance 118 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 21:35 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, FlixTrain from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Karlsruhe Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, FlixTrain trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Karlsruhe Hbf from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
€10
Deutsche Bahn frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
TGV
About
TGV is a high-speed train company based in France. It operates a fleet of modern trains that can reach speeds of up to 320 km/h. The TGV offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, TGV InOui, and TGV OuiGo. Each train type provides different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. Ticket options include Standard, Flexi, and Prem’s. Onboard facilities feature a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. Popular TGV routes include Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.
Luggage & cancellation policy
TGV frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 suitcase included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions and ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals and bar service, at-seat dining in first class
Seat reservation
Included in first class, optional fee in second class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FlixTrain
About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest Price
€13
FlixTrain frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Karlsruhe Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Karlsruhe Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Karlsruhe Hbf can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Karlsruhe Hbf is €30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Karlsruhe Hbf train time is 1 h 7 min covering the 118 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Karlsruhe Hbf leaves at 00: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Karlsruhe Hbf leaves at 21: 24.
Yes, there are 3 direct trains a day from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Karlsruhe Hbf with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Karlsruhe Hbf, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Karlsruhe Hbf. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Karlsruhe Hbf and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 24.
A day trip to Karlsruhe Hbf from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 7 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Karlsruhe Hbf is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Karlsruhe Hbf including taking a coach or train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Karlsruhe Hbf
Frankfurt am Main
Karlsruhe
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Vinarte
- Am Tiergarten
- Panorama
- Alter Brauhof
Hotel
- Hotel Barbarossa
- Hotel Avisa
- Am Tiergarten
- Aparthotel Aijana
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