Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf

Showing times and prices for 03 Jun

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£56

Fastest journey

3 h 32 m

Average duration

3 h 33 m

Trains per day

21

Distance

388 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover 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 Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.

Fast trains

Of the 21 trains that leave Hanover Hbf for Karlsruhe Hbf every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 388 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 32 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 33 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 273
    2:104h54
    Hanover Hbf
    7:04Karlsruhe Hbf
    £181One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 79 · IC 60403
    21:546h06
    Hanover Hbf
    4:00Karlsruhe Hbf
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 71
    7:533h33
    Hanover Hbf
    11:26Karlsruhe Hbf
    £341One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1540 · ICE 101
    2:466h13
    Hanover Hbf
    8:59Karlsruhe Hbf
    £441One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 777 · 15341 · S3
    20:535h36
    Hanover Hbf
    2:29Karlsruhe Hbf
    £441One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 388 km

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Coach

£68

Average Price

£32

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Cheapest

4h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 11m

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Additional time*

6h 33m

Average total duration

6h 3m

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Live departures

Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnIC 60471
Delayed
22:30 0:30Hanover Hbf
5h32
4:02 4:02Karlsruhe Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 273
Delayed
0:10 2:10Hanover Hbf
4h54
5:04 5:04Karlsruhe Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1271 · ICE 277
On time
5:53 Hanover Hbf
4h11
10:04 Karlsruhe Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 573 · ICE 103
On time
6:53 Hanover Hbf
4h11
11:04 Karlsruhe Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 71
On time
7:53 Hanover Hbf
3h33
11:26 Karlsruhe Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 575 · ICE 795
On time
8:53 Hanover Hbf
4h24
13:17 Karlsruhe Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnECE 5
On time
9:53 Hanover Hbf
3h33
13:26 Karlsruhe Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 577+TGVTGV 9580
On time
10:53 Hanover Hbf
4h20
15:13 Karlsruhe Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 73
On time
11:53 Hanover Hbf
3h33
15:26 Karlsruhe Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 579 · 29648 · ICE 109
On time
12:53 Hanover Hbf
4h06
16:59 Karlsruhe Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 579 · ICE 799
On time
12:53 Hanover Hbf
4h26
17:19 Karlsruhe Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 7
On time
13:53 Hanover Hbf
3h33
17:26 Karlsruhe Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 771 · 29528 · ICE 201
On time
14:53 Hanover Hbf
4h06
18:59 Karlsruhe Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 75
On time
15:53 Hanover Hbf
3h33
19:26 Karlsruhe Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 773 · 29532 · ICE 203
On time
16:53 Hanover Hbf
4h06
20:59 Karlsruhe Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnECE 9
On time
17:53 Hanover Hbf
3h33
21:26 Karlsruhe Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 775 · 15997
On time
18:53 Hanover Hbf
3h56
22:49 Karlsruhe Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 77
On time
19:53 Hanover Hbf
3h32
23:25 Karlsruhe Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 777 · IC 60403
On time
20:53 Hanover Hbf
7h07
4:00 Karlsruhe Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 777 · 15341 · S3
On time
20:53 Hanover Hbf
5h36
2:29 Karlsruhe Hbf		2 changes

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Deutsche Bahn as well as Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) offer trains services from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf

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Trains from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:15, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 388 km distance in 3h 30m.

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
Distance
388 km
Average train duration
4h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
3h 30m
First train
2:15
Last train
19:53
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Tue
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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hanover Hbf and Karlsruhe Hbf from £16. 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 Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest Price
£16
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 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
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Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 29m
Cheapest Price
£64
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £68.
The train journey from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf covers a distance of 388 km and takes approximately 3h 30m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf is 388 km.
The first train from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf leaves at 2:15.
The last train from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf departs at 19:53.
Trains from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf run approximately 10 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hanover Hbf and Karlsruhe Hbf. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf is by train, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Hanover Hbf 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 Hannover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf passes through picturesque regions of Germany, including the rolling hills and charming villages of Lower Saxony and Hesse, offering a pleasant visual experience.
A day trip from Hannover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 30m. There are 10 trains available per day, covering a distance of 388 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hanover Hbf and Karlsruhe Hbf

Hanover
Karlsruhe
The major train station for departures in Hanover is Hannover Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hannover Hbf for your trip from Hanover to Karlsruhe.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Ernst-August-Platz 1, 30159, Hannover, Germany
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located near the main entrance.
Dining
Dining
  • Balzac Coffee
  • Burger King
  • McDonald's
  • dean&david
  • Dunkin' Donuts
  • asiahung
  • Mr. CLOU
  • Nordsee
  • Starbucks
  • Pizza Hut
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Grand Hotel Mussmann
  • IntercityHotel Hannover
  • Hotel Loccumer Hof
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.

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