Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE,IC,EC,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf

Showing times and prices for 22 Jun

Cheapest price

£16

Average price

£43

Fastest journey

2 h 19 m

Average duration

3 h 26 m

Trains per day

Distance

272 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Karlsruhe for Düsseldorf every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 272 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 9 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.

21:024h29

Karlsruhe

01:31Düsseldorf

£161One-way

0 changes

06:004h09

Karlsruhe

10:09Düsseldorf

£321One-way

0 changes

06:014h08

Karlsruhe

10:09Düsseldorf

£321One-way

0 changes

07:004h01

Karlsruhe

11:01Düsseldorf

£451One-way

0 changes

20:024h35

Karlsruhe

00:37Düsseldorf

£881One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Most popular Train	Coach
£66 Average Price	£22 Average Price Cheapest
4h 25m average duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 35m average duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf

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Trains from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.

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 £9

Distance

272 km

Average train duration

3h 55m

Cheapest ticket price

£16

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 19m

First train

00:08

Last train

23:55

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £9

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn trains Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf

Travel from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf from £16 with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main operator of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Train information from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 2 h 19 min
Cheapest Price: £16
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf train

FAQs: Travel by train from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf.

Cheap train tickets from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf is £57; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf train time is 2 h 51 min covering the 168 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf leaves at 00: 32. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf leaves at 23: 55.

Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the best Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to Düsseldorf from Karlsruhe to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 55.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Karlsruhe Hbf, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Düsseldorf Hbf, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Düsseldorf from Karlsruhe is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 51 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf is July.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Düsseldorf from Karlsruhe including taking a train or coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Karlsruhe and Düsseldorf

Karlsruhe

Düsseldorf

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 Düsseldorf.

Karlsruhe Hbf Wifi