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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 30 trains that leave Stuttgart for Karlsruhe on Fri, Jan 02, 28 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 02 the direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
On Fri, Jan 02 the slowest trains will take 40 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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TGV 9570IC 2066IC 2068TGV 9570TGV 9574ICE 9572ICE 568ICE 266
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stuttgart to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. 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 €5, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 63 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€20 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Stuttgart to Karlsruhe train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Karlsruhe trains for today, Thursday, January 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19006 | 7:32 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0h53 | 8:25 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TGV 9576 | On time 8:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0h41 | 8:51 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19008 | 8:32 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0h53 | 9:25 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2166 | On time 8:59 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0h54 | 9:53 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19010 | 9:32 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0h53 | 10:25 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:04 AM Stuttgart | 1h37 | 5:41 AM Karlsruhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe
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Trains from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe run on average 9 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 39m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 00:11 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, Go Ahead BW from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, Go Ahead BW trains will get you between Stuttgart and Karlsruhe 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
Go Ahead BW
FAQs: Trains from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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.
When departing from Stuttgart, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Stuttgart Hbf, Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe and Stuttgart Hbf (tief). When arriving in Karlsruhe, you can end your route in train stations like Karlsruhe Hbf, Karlsruhe-Durlach station and Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Stuttgart Hbf, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 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 Stuttgart to Karlsruhe
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
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance.
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Trollinger
- Curry 23
- Restaurant am Wasser
- Snack n Travel
- Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Airport
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Arnulf-Klett-Platz.
- Restaurant Amici
- Block House Stuttgart
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
- Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof
- Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-16 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 101-116
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6
- U-Bahn: Lines U5, U6, U7, U12, U15
- Bus: Several lines available
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
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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