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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£19
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 2 m
Trains on 05 Sept
9
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Freiburg Hbf 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 Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 9 trains from Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf, including 9 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 118 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 .
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.
3:551h02Freiburg Hbf4:57Karlsruhe Hbf£91One-way0 changes- 4:551h02Freiburg Hbf5:57Karlsruhe Hbf£121One-way0 changes
- 17:551h01Freiburg Hbf18:56Karlsruhe Hbf£161One-way0 changes
- 5:551h01Freiburg Hbf6:56Karlsruhe Hbf£161One-way0 changes
- 22:071h13Freiburg Hbf23:20Karlsruhe Hbf£161One-way0 changes
- 17:551h01Freiburg Hbf18:56Karlsruhe Hbf£161One-way0 changes
- 5:551h01Freiburg Hbf6:56Karlsruhe Hbf£161One-way0 changes
- 4:551h02Freiburg Hbf5:57Karlsruhe Hbf£121One-way0 changes
- 3:551h02Freiburg Hbf4:57Karlsruhe Hbf£91One-way0 changes
- 7:551h02Freiburg Hbf8:57Karlsruhe Hbf£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 118 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf costing on average £14.
Other travel options to Karlsruhe Hbf take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 32m.
The journey is about 24m faster (1h 7m by train vs 1h 31m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£14 vs £18). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 Freiburg Hbf | 1h49 | 9:49 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 8:21 Freiburg Hbf | 1h02 | 9:23 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:00 Freiburg Hbf | 1h49 | 16:49 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:07 Freiburg Hbf | 1h13 | 23:20 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| 3:55 Freiburg Hbf | 1h02 | 4:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4:55 Freiburg Hbf | 1h02 | 5:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:55 Freiburg Hbf | 1h01 | 6:56 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) or Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to find the best option for your trip from Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
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Trains from Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:27, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 118 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 3:27 |
Last train 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Freiburg Hbf 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
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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Freiburg Hbf 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Freiburg Hbf and Karlsruhe Hbf
Most Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf trains use the Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Freiburg Hbf and Karlsruhe Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre
Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf train station facilities and services
Freiburg(Breisgau) 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: Cafe Einstein, Pizzaria Picasso, Babeuf, Café Hermann
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. ATMs are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Information desks are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Minerva, Hotel Barbara, Parkhotel Post, Hotel Oberkirch.
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.
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