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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
To travel from Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport you need to make at least one change.
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6:592h36Karlsruhe9:35Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf£561One-way1 change- 8:592h36Karlsruhe11:35Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf£561One-way1 change
- 10:592h36Karlsruhe13:35Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf£561One-way1 change
- 12:592h36Karlsruhe15:35Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf£561One-way1 change
- 14:592h37Karlsruhe17:36Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf£561One-way1 change
- 18:592h26Karlsruhe21:25Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf£561One-way1 change
- 20:592h26Karlsruhe23:25Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf£671One-way1 change
- 6:592h36Karlsruhe9:35Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf£561One-way1 change
- 8:592h36Karlsruhe11:35Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf£561One-way1 change
- 10:592h36Karlsruhe13:35Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf£561One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport 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 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 227 km
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2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:59 Karlsruhe | 2h36 | 9:35 Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 1 change | |
| 8:59 Karlsruhe | 2h36 | 11:35 Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 1 change | |
| 10:59 Karlsruhe | 2h36 | 13:35 Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 1 change | |
| 12:59 Karlsruhe | 2h36 | 15:35 Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 1 change | |
| 14:59 Karlsruhe | 2h37 | 17:36 Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 1 change | |
| 16:59 Karlsruhe | 2h36 | 19:35 Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 1 change | |
| 18:59 Karlsruhe | 2h26 | 21:25 Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport by coach or train
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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) to find the best option for your trip from Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport
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Trains from Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 07:37. The fastest train covers the 227 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 227 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 5:59 |
Last train 7:37 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Karlsruhe and Cologne Bonn Airport from £13. 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)
FAQs: Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport 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 Bonn Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Karlsruhe and Cologne Bonn Airport
Most Karlsruhe to Cologne Bonn Airport trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe and Cologne Bonn Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Karlsruhe-Durlach from Karlsruhe city centre
Karlsruhe-Durlach is 5 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe-Durlach train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Hubraum, Vogel Hausbräu Durlach, Asia Gourmet, Borsalino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlsruhe-Durlach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlsruhe-Durlach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Große Linde, Zum Erwin, Der Blaue Reiter.
Getting to Karlsruhe West from Karlsruhe city centre
Karlsruhe West is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe West train station facilities and services
Karlsruhe West 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: Beim Schupi, Rosenstüble 2.0, Saloniki, Rote Taube
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe West. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe West. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe West.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlsruhe West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlsruhe West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe West.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Beim Schupi.
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