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The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Showing times and prices for 02 Jun
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
239 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Fast trains
To travel from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz you need to make at least one change.
ICE 272 · ICE 920 · 2684421:594h25Karlsruhe Hbf2:24Cologne Messe/Deutz£171One-way2 changes- IC 60402 · S61:244h35Karlsruhe Hbf5:59Cologne Messe/Deutz£291One-way1 change
- IC 2347 · 1737819:393h48Karlsruhe Hbf23:27Cologne Messe/Deutz£291One-way1 change
- ICE 272 · ICE 510 · 1738221:592h28Karlsruhe Hbf0:27Cologne Messe/Deutz£311One-way2 changes
- ICE 1649 · S1117:353h44Karlsruhe Hbf21:19Cologne Messe/Deutz£311One-way1 change
- ICE 102 · S1918:592h14Karlsruhe Hbf21:13Cologne Messe/Deutz£541One-way1 change
- ICE 378 · ICE 616 · ICE 8245:592h15Karlsruhe Hbf8:14Cologne Messe/Deutz£821One-way2 changes
- ICE 204 · ICE 8226:592h15Karlsruhe Hbf9:14Cologne Messe/Deutz£551One-way1 change
- ICE 376 · ICE 614 · ICE 8207:592h15Karlsruhe Hbf10:14Cologne Messe/Deutz£821One-way2 changes
- ICE 374 · ICE 612 · ICE 7269:592h15Karlsruhe Hbf12:14Cologne Messe/Deutz£821One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 239 km
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3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S6 · ICE 712 · S11 | 3:25 Karlsruhe Hbf | 4h44 | 8:09 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 378 · ICE 616 · ICE 824 | On time 5:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h15 | 8:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 204 · ICE 822 | On time 6:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h15 | 9:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| ICE 1049 · 17330 | 7:53 Karlsruhe Hbf | 3h34 | 11:27 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| ICE 376 · ICE 614 · ICE 820 | On time 7:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h15 | 10:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 376 · ICE 1012 | On time 7:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h34 | 10:33 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| 4470 · ICE 1020 · S6 | 8:06 Karlsruhe Hbf | 4h13 | 12:19 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 202 · ICE 728 | On time 8:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h15 | 11:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| IC 1947 · S6 | On time 9:35 Karlsruhe Hbf | 3h44 | 13:19 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
ICE 126 · S12+ TGV 9561 | 9:54 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h59 | 12:53 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 926 · S6+TGV 9561 | 9:54 Karlsruhe Hbf | 4h25 | 14:19 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 374 · ICE 612 · ICE 726 | 9:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h15 | 12:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 374 · ICE 1010 | On time 9:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h34 | 12:33 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| 4472 · ICE 926 · S6 | 10:06 Karlsruhe Hbf | 4h13 | 14:19 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 200 · ICE 724 | On time 10:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h15 | 13:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| ICE 1645 · S6 | 11:36 Karlsruhe Hbf | 3h43 | 15:19 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| ICE 372 · ICE 918 | On time 11:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h34 | 14:33 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| ICE 372 · ICE 610 · ICE 722 | 11:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h15 | 14:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| 4474 · ICE 1228 · S6 | 12:06 Karlsruhe Hbf | 4h13 | 16:19 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 108 · ICE 720 | On time 12:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h15 | 15:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| ICE 9591 · ICE 628 | On time 13:54 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h20 | 16:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| ICE 370 · ICE 518 · ICE 628 | On time 13:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h15 | 16:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 370 · ICE 916 | On time 13:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h34 | 16:33 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| ICE 710 · ICE 28 · S6 | On time 14:18 Karlsruhe Hbf | 4h01 | 18:19 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 624+TGV 9583 | Delayed 15:08 14:54Karlsruhe Hbf | 3h20 | 18:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| ICE 2298 · ICE 218+TGV 9583 | On time 14:54 Karlsruhe Hbf | 3h15 | 18:09 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 106 · ICE 626 | On time 14:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h15 | 17:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| S9 · IC 1941 · S6 | 15:12 Karlsruhe Hbf | 4h07 | 19:19 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 278 · ICE 516 · ICE 624 | On time 15:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h15 | 18:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| 4478 · ICE 1224 · 17432 | 16:06 Karlsruhe Hbf | 4h17 | 20:23 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 104 · ICE 622 | On time 16:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h15 | 19:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| ICE 1649 · S11 | 17:35 Karlsruhe Hbf | 3h44 | 21:19 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| ICE 9563 · ICE 514 · ICE 620 | 17:54 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h20 | 20:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 276 · ICE 912 | On time 17:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h34 | 20:33 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| 4480 · ICE 24 · S11 | 18:06 Karlsruhe Hbf | 4h13 | 22:19 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 102 · S19 | 18:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h14 | 21:13 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| IC 2347 · 17378 | On time 19:39 Karlsruhe Hbf | 3h48 | 23:27 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| ICE 274 · ICE 512 · ICE 526 | On time 19:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h15 | 22:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 100 · 10937 | 20:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h23 | 23:22 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| ICE 272 · ICE 510 · 17382 | On time 21:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h28 | 0:27 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 272 · ICE 920 · 26844 | On time 21:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 4h25 | 2:24 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz
GermanyGermany
Trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 239 km distance in 1h 52m.
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 £13
Distance 239 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 0:22 |
Last train 23:24 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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 £13
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Karlsruhe Hbf and Cologne Messe/Deutz from £13. 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
1h 52m
Cheapest Price
£22
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 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.
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.
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.
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
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 52m
Cheapest Price
£55
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz 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 Cologne Messe/Deutz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £40.
The train journey from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz covers a distance of 239 km and takes approximately 1h 52m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz is 239 km.
The first train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz leaves at 0:22.
The last train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz departs at 23:24.
Trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Karlsruhe Hbf and Cologne Messe/Deutz. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
To get from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz.
The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz is by coach, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Karlsruhe Hbf and Cologne Messe/Deutz
Karlsruhe
Cologne
The major train station for departures in Karlsruhe is Karlsruhe Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Karlsruhe Hbf for your trip from Karlsruhe to Cologne.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Vinarte
- Am Tiergarten
- Panorama
- Alter Brauhof
Hotel
- Hotel Barbarossa
- Hotel Avisa
- Am Tiergarten
- Aparthotel Aijana
The major train station for arrivals in Cologne is Köln Messe/Deutz. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Messe/Deutz for your journey to Cologne from Karlsruhe.
Köln Messe/Deutz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
Hotel
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
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