- Must visit
Badisches Landesmuseum
A major collection on Baden’s history, culture and global artefacts inside Karlsruhe Palace. A strong first stop for understanding the region and city.
Cheapest price on 14 Oct
£10
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£29
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
1 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
1 h 22 m
Trains on 14 Oct
30
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Wed 14 Oct, we found 30 trains from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 125 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 22 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.
FlixTrain
IC 60471 · S51
IC 60408 · STR 3
ICE 78 · ICE 273 · STR 3
ICE 273 · STR 3
ICE 915 · ICE 71 · STR 3
ECE 151 · STR 3
ICE 515 · ICE 279 · STR 3
ICE 103 · STR 3
ICE 513 · ICE 277 · STR 3Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. 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 23:57. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 52m.
Distance 125 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe trains for today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60403 · STR 3 | Delayed 1:28 2:30Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h04 | 4:34 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1 change | |
IC 60403 · STR 3 | Delayed 1:59 3:05Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h29 | 4:34 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1 change | |
IC 60408 · STR 3 | Delayed 1:41 3:41Frankfurt South station | 1h43 | 5:24 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1 change | |
IC 60471 · S51 | Delayed 2:32 4:32Frankfurt South station | 1h46 | 6:18 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1 change | |
ECE 9 | On time 20:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h03 | 21:23 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1015 · ECE 9 | Delayed 18:46 20:22Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 21:23 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1015 · ECE 9 · STR 3 | Delayed 18:46 20:22Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h22 | 21:44 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 2 changes | |
ICE 379 | 20:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h09 | 21:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 615 · ICE 379 | 20:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 21:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 615 · ICE 379 · S11 | 20:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h23 | 22:14 Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) | 2 changes | |
ICE 775 · 15997 | 21:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h29 | 22:49 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 695 · ICE 205 | On time 21:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h09 | 22:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 205 | 21:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 22:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 205 · S11 | 21:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h23 | 23:14 Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) | 1 change | |
S9 · ICE 677 | On time 22:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h44 | 23:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
29533 · 15339 · S2 | 22:36 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h55 | 1:31 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 14 October | |||||
15341 · S3 · STR 1 | 0:06 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h17 | 4:23 Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) | 2 changes | |
IC 60403 · STR 3 | 2:06 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h28 | 4:34 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1 change | |
ICE 619 · 15961 · STR 1 | 3:12 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h41 | 5:53 Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) | 2 changes | |
S9 · 15495 · 15963 · S5 | 4:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h43 | 6:58 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 3 changes | |
ICE 78 · ICE 273 · STR 3 | On time 5:23 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h50 | 7:13 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 9558 · S9 · S2 | 5:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h31 | 8:01 Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) | 3 changes | |
ICE 273 · STR 3 | On time 5:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h23 | 7:13 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1 change | |
ICE 9558 · S9 · S2 | On time 5:54 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h07 | 8:01 Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) | 2 changes | |
ICE 275 · STR 3 | On time 6:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h23 | 8:13 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1 change | |
ICE 511 · ICE 275 · STR 3 | On time 6:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h22 | 8:13 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 2 changes | |
ICE 9568 · STR 3 | On time 6:53 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h30 | 8:23 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1 change | |
ICE 1697 · 15967 · STR 1 | On time 7:03 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h53 | 8:56 Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) | 2 changes | |
ICE 591 · ICE 101 · STR 3 | On time 7:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h23 | 9:13 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 2 changes | |
ICE 101 · STR 3 | On time 7:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h22 | 9:13 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1 change | |
ECE 151 · STR 3 | On time 8:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h21 | 9:23 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1 change | |
ICE 277 · STR 3 | On time 8:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h23 | 10:13 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1 change | |
ICE 513 · ICE 277 · STR 3 | On time 8:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h22 | 10:13 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 2 changes | |
ICE 9556 · S9 · S2 | On time 8:53 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h08 | 11:01 Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) | 2 changes | |
ICE 1573 · STR 3 | On time 9:42 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h51 | 11:33 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1 change | |
ICE 593 · ICE 103 · STR 3 | On time 9:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h23 | 11:13 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 2 changes | |
ICE 103 · STR 3 | On time 9:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h22 | 11:13 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1 change | |
ICE 71 · STR 3 | On time 10:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h23 | 11:43 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1 change | |
ICE 915 · ICE 71 · STR 3 | On time 10:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h21 | 11:43 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 2 changes | |
ICE 515 · ICE 279 · STR 3 | On time 10:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h22 | 12:13 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 2 changes | |
ICE 217 · 15975 · STR 1 | On time 11:01 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h55 | 12:56 Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain | 14:03 Frankfurt South station | 1h23 | 15:26 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Discover the best of Karlsruhe — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Karlsruhe trip today.
A major collection on Baden’s history, culture and global artefacts inside Karlsruhe Palace. A strong first stop for understanding the region and city.
An interactive museum on media art and digital culture in a landmark industrial complex. Ideal for contemporary art, sound and technology exhibitions.
A leading art museum with works from past centuries to modern pieces. The broad collection and central location make it an easy cultural highlight.
The grand central square lined with historic buildings, the pyramid and fountains. It is the city’s main meeting point and a practical base for sightseeing.
This vast landscaped park behind the palace is ideal for walks, picnics and seasonal events. It offers one of Karlsruhe’s most relaxed urban green spaces.
A lively shopping street with cafés, shops and everyday city life. Walk here to experience modern Karlsruhe between the market square and Ettlinger Tor.
A Swabian-Baden pasta dish of filled noodle pockets, usually with minced meat and spinach. Common across south-west Germany and a staple in local inns.
Soft egg noodles from Swabia, often served with gravy, cheese or lentils. They are a beloved comfort food throughout Baden-Württemberg.
A thin Baden-style potato soup, often enriched with vegetables and stock. It is a traditional everyday dish in the region around Karlsruhe.
Refined modern dining in an elegant setting at Hotel Der Blaue Reiter, known for carefully plated tasting menus and polished service.
Stylish long-running restaurant in Durlach with seasonal menus and a polished take on regional and European cooking.
Traditional Baden brewery restaurant serving hearty regional dishes and house beer in a lively, wood-panelled setting near the city centre.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transport is reasonable. Cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, but not as low-cost as smaller regional towns.
Service is usually included, but small tips are expected. Round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Karlsruhe Hbf -> Marktplatz, Karlsruhe
The most popular day trips by train from Karlsruhe are Heidelberg, Stuttgart, Baden-Baden, Freiburg im Breisgau and Mannheim. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Karlsruhe on Omio.

Heidelberg is a historic university city on the River Neckar, known for its baroque Altstadt and Heidelberg Castle. A large student population keeps the city lively, while riverside views and the Philosophenweg reflect its Romantic past.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 28m.

Stuttgart is known for its car-making heritage, vineyard-covered hills and spacious parks. It mixes major museums and elegant squares with a strong cultural life and a distinctly Swabian character.
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.

Baden-Baden is a spa town on the edge of the Black Forest, known for its thermal baths and elegant Belle Époque character. Historic bathhouses, the Kurhaus and the leafy Lichtentaler Allee give it a calm, cultured feel.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 16m.

Freiburg im Breisgau is a university city at the edge of the Black Forest, known for its medieval centre and Bächle. Its sunny climate, lively squares and green outlook give it an easy-going character.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 59m.

Mannheim is known for its grid-plan centre, industrial heritage and confident cultural life. The Baroque palace, the Wasserturm and a strong music scene give the city a practical yet distinctive character.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 19m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Karlsruhe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
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 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
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
Karlsruhe Hbf is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Vinarte, Am Tiergarten, Panorama, Alter Brauhof
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Barbarossa, Hotel Avisa, Am Tiergarten, Aparthotel Aijana.
Karlsruhe-Durlach is 5 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Hubraum, Vogel Hausbräu Durlach, Asia Gourmet, Borsalino
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Karlsruhe-Durlach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlsruhe-Durlach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Große Linde, Zum Erwin, Der Blaue Reiter.
Karlsruhe-Mühlburg is 2 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe-Mühlburg 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 options include: Beim Schupi, McDonald's, Oberer See, Rhein Wok - Chinaimbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe-Mühlburg. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe-Mühlburg.
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe-Mühlburg. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe-Mühlburg.
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe-Mühlburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Karlsruhe-Mühlburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlsruhe-Mühlburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe-Mühlburg.
Nearby hotels include Beim Schupi.
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