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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€28
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 18 trains that leave Karlsruhe for Frankfurt am Main on Tue, Aug 04, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 125 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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 16708:41 AM1h33Karlsruhe10:14 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€181One-way0 transfers- ICE 766:37 AM1h03Karlsruhe7:40 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€221One-way0 transfers
- ICE 7410:37 AM1h03Karlsruhe11:40 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€241One-way0 transfers
- ICE 204 · ICE 25946:59 AM1h10Karlsruhe8:09 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€241One-way1 transfer
- ICE 76 · ICE 10146:37 AM1h01Karlsruhe7:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€241One-way1 transfer
- ICE 74 · ICE 101010:37 AM1h01Karlsruhe11:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€301One-way1 transfer
- ECE 8 · ICE 10128:37 AM1h01Karlsruhe9:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€301One-way1 transfer
- ICE 76 · ICE 10146:37 AM1h01Karlsruhe7:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€241One-way1 transfer
- ECE 88:37 AM1h03Karlsruhe9:40 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€301One-way0 transfers
- ICE 7410:37 AM1h03Karlsruhe11:40 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main 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 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 125 km
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€18 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 274 · ICE 512 | On time 7:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h09 | 9:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 274 | 7:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h10 | 9:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 2 · ICE 910 | On time 8:37 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h01 | 9:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2 | On time 8:37 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h06 | 9:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 100 | 8:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h09 | 10:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 100 · ICE 590 | On time 8:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h10 | 10:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 15994 · ICE 9557 | On time 9:15 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h48 | 11:03 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 272 · ICE 510 | On time 9:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h09 | 11:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 272 | 9:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h10 | 11:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 15996 · ICE 990 · S9 | 10:18 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h26 | 12:44 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| 15996 · ICE 990 | On time 10:18 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h59 | 12:17 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 60409 · S6 · S8 | 11:09 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h50 | 12:59 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| IC 60409 | 11:09 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h16 | 12:25 AM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
| ICE 378 | On time 5:59 AM Karlsruhe | 1h10 | 7:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 378 · ICE 616 | On time 5:59 AM Karlsruhe | 1h09 | 7:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 76 · ICE 1014 | On time 6:37 AM Karlsruhe | 1h01 | 7:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 76 | On time 6:37 AM Karlsruhe | 1h03 | 7:40 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 204 · ICE 2594 | On time 6:59 AM Karlsruhe | 1h10 | 8:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 204 | 6:59 AM Karlsruhe | 1h09 | 8:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 376 | On time 7:59 AM Karlsruhe | 1h10 | 9:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 376 · ICE 614 | On time 7:59 AM Karlsruhe | 1h09 | 9:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ECE 8 · ICE 1012 | On time 8:37 AM Karlsruhe | 1h01 | 9:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ECE 8 | On time 8:37 AM Karlsruhe | 1h03 | 9:40 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1670 | On time 8:41 AM Karlsruhe | 1h33 | 10:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 202 · ICE 2592 | On time 8:59 AM Karlsruhe | 1h10 | 10:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 202 | 8:59 AM Karlsruhe | 1h09 | 10:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 374 | 9:59 AM Karlsruhe | 1h10 | 11:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 374 · ICE 612 | On time 9:59 AM Karlsruhe | 1h09 | 11:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 74 · ICE 1010 | On time 10:37 AM Karlsruhe | 1h01 | 11:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 74 | On time 10:37 AM Karlsruhe | 1h03 | 11:40 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 200 | 10:59 AM Karlsruhe | 1h09 | 12:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main
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Trains from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 125 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, FlixTrain, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, FlixTrain, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Karlsruhe and Frankfurt am Main from €5. 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.
TGV
FlixTrain
Süwex
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main
Most Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Karlsruhe station do trains to Frankfurt am Main leave from?
Getting to Karlsruhe Hbf from Karlsruhe city centre
Karlsruhe Hbf is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe Hbf train station facilities and services
Karlsruhe Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Vinarte, Am Tiergarten, Panorama, Alter Brauhof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Barbarossa, Hotel Avisa, Am Tiergarten, Aparthotel Aijana.
Getting to Karlsruhe-Durlach from Karlsruhe city centre
Karlsruhe-Durlach is 5 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe-Durlach train station facilities and services
Karlsruhe-Durlach has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Hubraum, Vogel Hausbräu Durlach, Asia Gourmet, Borsalino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlsruhe-Durlach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlsruhe-Durlach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Große Linde, Zum Erwin, Der Blaue Reiter.
Getting to Karlsruhe West from Karlsruhe city centre
Karlsruhe West is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe West train station facilities and services
Karlsruhe West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Beim Schupi, Rosenstüble 2.0, Saloniki, Rote Taube
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe West. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe West. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe West.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlsruhe West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlsruhe West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe West.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Beim Schupi.
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains from Karlsruhe arrive at?
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Süd from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
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