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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe to Copenhagen
Cheapest price
€142
Average price
€146
Fastest journey
10 h 39 m
Average duration
11 h 4 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
794 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Copenhagen will cost around €146 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €142.
It's difficult to get from Karlsruhe to Copenhagen without transferring at least once.
ICE 202 · ICE 772 · EC 394ECE 8 · EC 394ECE 8 · 11168 · IC 5760 · IC 156ICE 202 · ICE 772 · EC 394ECE 8 · EC 394ECE 8 · 11168 · IC 5760 · IC 156
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Compare bus and train for Karlsruhe to Copenhagen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a train costs an average of €44.
Distance: 794 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€89 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest |
11h 12m Average total duration Fastest 10h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 10m Average total duration 17h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 2.0kg 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
Karlsruhe to Copenhagen train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Copenhagen trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECE 8 · EC 394 | On time 7:37 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 11h01 | 6:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| ECE 8 · 11168 · IC 5760 · IC 156 | On time 7:37 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 11h33 | 7:10 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 202 · ICE 772 · EC 394 | On time 7:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 10h39 | 6:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Karlsruhe to Copenhagen
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Trains from Karlsruhe to Copenhagen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €44 but you can travel from only €37 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 794 km distance in 10h 28m.
Distance 794 km |
Average train duration 10h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €44 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 10h 28m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:41 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Karlsruhe to Copenhagen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Karlsruhe and Copenhagen from €37. 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.
FAQs: Trains from Karlsruhe to Copenhagen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlsruhe to Copenhagen
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information 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
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Adler
- Denkfabrik
- Cafeteria
- Asia Imbiss
- Auerhahn
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalMost popular train connections from Karlsruhe
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