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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Sept

Cheapest price on 29 Sept

£16

Average ticket price on 29 Sept

£30

Fastest journey on 29 Sept

1 h 1 m

Average journey duration on 29 Sept

1 h 1 m

Trains on 29 Sept

22

Distance

118 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

On Tue 29 Sept, we found 22 trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf, including 7 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 78 · ICE 273
    5:231h36
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    6:59Karlsruhe Hbf
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnIC 60403
    2:061h54
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    4:00Karlsruhe Hbf
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 699 · IC 60403
    2:461h14
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    4:00Karlsruhe Hbf
    £171One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 511 · ICE 275
    6:511h08
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    7:59Karlsruhe Hbf
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 201
    17:511h08
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    18:59Karlsruhe Hbf
    £271One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf trains for today, Monday 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnIC 60403
Delayed
0:06 2:06Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h54
2:00 2:00Karlsruhe Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 699 · IC 60403
Delayed
0:46 2:46Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h14
2:00 2:00Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 225 · ECE 5
Delayed
10:27 12:21Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h02
11:33 11:33Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 517 · ICE 371
Delayed
11:36 12:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
13:59 Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 107
On time
13:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
14:59 Karlsruhe Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 919 · ICE 73
On time
14:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h01
15:23 Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 519 · ICE 373
Delayed
12:58 14:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
14:52 14:52Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 109
On time
15:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
16:59 Karlsruhe Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1011 · ICE 7
On time
16:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h01
17:23 Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 611 · ICE 375
On time
16:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h07
17:58 Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 201
On time
17:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
18:59 Karlsruhe Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1013 · ICE 75
On time
18:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h01
19:23 Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 613 · ICE 377
On time
18:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
19:59 Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 203
On time
19:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
20:59 Karlsruhe Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1015 · ECE 9
On time
20:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h01
21:23 Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 615 · ICE 379
On time
20:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
21:59 Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 205
On time
21:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
22:59 Karlsruhe Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 617 · ICE 677
On time
22:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
23:59 Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Tuesday 29 September
Deutsche BahnICE 78 · ICE 273
Delayed
5:23 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h36
4:59 4:59Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 511 · ICE 275
On time
6:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
7:59 Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 101
On time
7:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
8:59 Karlsruhe Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 513 · ICE 277
On time
8:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
9:59 Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 103
On time
9:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
10:59 Karlsruhe Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 915 · ICE 71
On time
10:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h01
11:23 Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 515 · ICE 279
On time
10:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
11:59 Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 217 · 15975
On time
11:01 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h43
12:44 Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 105
On time
11:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
12:59 Karlsruhe Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 225 · ECE 5
On time
12:21 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h02
13:23 Karlsruhe Hbf
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf

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Trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 53m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance
118 km
Average train duration
1h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
53m
First train
0:06
Last train
20:52
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, FlixTrain from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, FlixTrain trains will get you between Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and Karlsruhe Hbf from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
53m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£6
Deutsche Bahn frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

TGV

About
TGV is a high-speed train company based in France. It operates a fleet of modern trains that can reach speeds of up to 320 km/h. The TGV offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, TGV InOui, and TGV OuiGo. Each train type provides different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. Ticket options include Standard, Flexi, and Prem’s. Onboard facilities feature a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. Popular TGV routes include Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TGV Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest TGV Price
£20
TGV frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 suitcase included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions and ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals and bar service, at-seat dining in first class
Seat reservation
Included in first class, optional fee in second class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixTrain Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest FlixTrain Price
£9
FlixTrain frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

FAQs: Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £27.
The train journey from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf covers a distance of 118 km and takes approximately 53m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf is 118 km.
The first train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf departs at 20:52.
Trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf.
Yes, there is a direct train between Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and Karlsruhe Hbf. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
There is no night train service from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf.
Booking trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Karlsruhe Hbf offers pleasant views, especially as it passes through the Rhine Valley, known for its picturesque landscapes, vineyards, and charming towns.
Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and Karlsruhe Hbf

Most Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Karlsruhe Hbf trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and Karlsruhe Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Frankfurt am Main
Arrival train stations in Karlsruhe
Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfFrankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany+49 69 2651055WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

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:

TrainIce · 11m · £2
Trn · 12m · £3
S8, S9 · 19m · £3 · every ~5 min
BusS8e · 28m · £5
X61, 61 · 41m · every ~13 min
61, X61 · 42m · every ~13 min

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.

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