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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart
Cheapest price on Oct 23
€18
Average ticket price on Oct 23
€21
Fastest journey on Oct 23
48 m
Average journey duration on Oct 23
56 m
Trains on Oct 23
20
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
It's difficult to get from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart without transferring at least once.
STR 1 · 190078:21 AM1h06Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße)9:27 AMStuttgart Hbf€181One-way1 transfer- STR 1 · 190099:21 AM1h06Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße)10:27 AMStuttgart Hbf€181One-way1 transfer
- STR 1 · 196759:51 AM1h08Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße)10:59 AMStuttgart Hbf€181One-way1 transfer
- STR 1 · 1901110:21 AM1h07Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße)11:28 AMStuttgart Hbf€181One-way1 transfer
- STR 1 · 1901311:21 AM1h06Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße)12:27 PMStuttgart Hbf€181One-way1 transfer
- S2 · S7+
TGV 95719:16 AM0h48Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße)10:04 AMStuttgart Hbf€241One-way2 transfers - STR 3+TGV 95719:14 AM0h50Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße)10:04 AMStuttgart Hbf€241One-way1 transfer
- S1 · ICE 2677:48 AM0h57Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße)8:45 AMStuttgart Hbf€331One-way1 transfer
- S1 · ICE 5615:43 AM1h01Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße)6:44 AMStuttgart Hbf€221One-way1 transfer
- STR 1 · 190057:21 AM1h04Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße)8:25 AMStuttgart Hbf€181One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart
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Trains from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart run on average 8 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 36m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Karlsruhe to Stuttgart train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Stuttgart trains for today, Thursday, October 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 60402 · ICE 619 | Delayed 11:24 PM 1:24 AMKarlsruhe Hbf | 2h09 | 1:31 AM 1:31 AMStuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S5 · 19035 | 10:19 PM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h06 | 11:25 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S5 · 19037 | 10:59 PM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h22 | 12:21 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, October 23 | |||||
| S5 · 19501 | 4:04 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 2h05 | 6:09 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S5 · 19001 | 5:19 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h06 | 6:25 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S1 · ICE 561 | On time 5:43 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h01 | 6:44 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S5 · 19671 | 5:49 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h06 | 6:55 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| STR 1 · 19003 | 6:21 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h09 | 7:30 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| STR 1 · IC 2363 | On time 6:41 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h06 | 7:47 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S1 · IC 2065 | On time 6:48 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h14 | 8:02 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| STR 1 · 19005 | 7:21 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h04 | 8:25 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S1 · ICE 267 | On time 7:48 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 0h57 | 8:45 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| STR 1 · 19673 | 7:51 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h08 | 8:59 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| STR 1 · 19007 | 8:21 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h06 | 9:27 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| STR 3 · IC 2067 | On time 8:44 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h19 | 10:03 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| STR 3+TGV 9571 | Delayed 9:14 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 0h50 | 8:14 AM 8:14 AMStuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S2 · S7+TGV 9571 | Delayed 9:16 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 0h48 | 8:14 AM 8:14 AMStuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| STR 1 · 19009 | 9:21 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h06 | 10:27 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| STR 1 · 19675 | 9:51 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h08 | 10:59 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| STR 1 · 19011 | 10:21 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h07 | 11:28 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| STR 3 · IC 2069 | On time 10:44 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h18 | 12:02 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| STR 3 · ICE 2267 | On time 11:04 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h15 | 12:19 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| STR 1 · 19013 | 11:21 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h06 | 12:27 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Karlsruhe and Stuttgart
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FAQs: Trains from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart
Most Karlsruhe to Stuttgart trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof). Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe and Stuttgart train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Karlsruhe station do trains to Stuttgart 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.
Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) train station facilities and services
Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße).
Which Stuttgart station do trains from Karlsruhe arrive at?
Getting to Stuttgart Hbf from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart Hbf train station facilities and services
Stuttgart 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: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) train station facilities and services
Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof).
Getting to Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt is 3 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt train station facilities and services
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt 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: Sailer, Café 44, Schnell Imbiss, Cafe am Rathaus
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. ATMs are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. Information desks are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Attimo Hotel Stuttgart, Attimo Dependance Zimmer, Hotel Krone, Hotel Lamm.
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