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Schwarzenberg Palace
The city’s leading art museum in a noble palace, showing European works from medieval painting to the nineteenth century in elegant historic rooms.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£86
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
8 h 16 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
8 h 27 m
Trains on 05 Sept
15
Distance
452 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Prague will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
To travel from Karlsruhe to Prague you need to make at least 3 changes.
FlixTrain+
FlixBus
S6 · ICE 699+
355
IC 60402 · ICE 619+
353
ICE 517+
363+
TGV 9593
ICE 204 · ICE 511+
357
ICE 200 · ICE 690 · IC 2441 · RJ 177
ICE 204 · ICE 694 · IC 2445 · RJ 175
ICE 202 · ICE 692 · IC 2443 · RJ 383
ICE 108 · ICE 598 · IC 2049 · RJ 385
19009 · 88617 · 3569+
359Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 7h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, while a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 452 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£55 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 42m Average total duration 9h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration Fastest 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe to Prague:
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Prague costing on average £55.
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 12m.
Tickets start at around £55 compared to roughly £85 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £30. The journey takes 9h 12m versus 5h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with České dráhy, ÖBB.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Prague trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S6 · ICE 618 · ICE 696 · IC 2447 | On time 2:13 Karlsruhe | 11h12 | 13:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
S6 · ICE 699+ 355 | 2:13 Karlsruhe | 12h08 | 14:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 204 · ICE 694 · IC 2445 · RJ 175 | On time 6:59 Karlsruhe | 8h16 | 15:15 Prague-Holešovice | 3 changes | |
ICE 204 · ICE 511+ 357 | On time 6:59 Karlsruhe | 9h22 | 16:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 202 · ICE 692 · IC 2443 · RJ 383 | On time 8:59 Karlsruhe | 8h26 | 17:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 9585 · ICE 513+ 359 | Delayed 7:42 9:28Karlsruhe | 8h53 | 18:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
19009 · 88617 · 3569+ 359 | 9:32 Karlsruhe | 8h49 | 18:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 10:26 Karlsruhe Hbf | 11h14 | 21:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 change | |
ICE 200 · ICE 690 · IC 2441 · RJ 177 | On time 10:59 Karlsruhe | 8h16 | 19:15 Prague-Holešovice | 3 changes | |
ICE 200 · ICE 515+ 361 | On time 10:59 Karlsruhe | 9h22 | 20:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
19013 · 88619 · 3573+ 361 | 11:32 Karlsruhe | 8h49 | 20:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 108 · ICE 598 · IC 2049 · RJ 385 | On time 12:59 Karlsruhe | 8h26 | 21:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
TGV 9593+ ICE 517+ 363 | Delayed 11:50 13:27Karlsruhe | 8h55 | 22:22 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
19017 · 88621 · 3577+ 363 | 13:32 Karlsruhe | 8h50 | 22:22 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Karlsruhe to Prague run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 452 km distance in 8h 16m.
Distance 452 km |
Average train duration 9h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 8h 16m |
First train 0:19 |
Last train 23:51 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Praha hlavní nádraží -> Václavské náměstí, Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Karlsruhe to Prague trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Holesovice. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Karlsruhe Hbf is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Vinarte, Am Tiergarten, Panorama, Alter Brauhof
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Barbarossa, Hotel Avisa, Am Tiergarten, Aparthotel Aijana.
Karlsruhe-Durlach is 5 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Hubraum, Vogel Hausbräu Durlach, Asia Gourmet, Borsalino
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Karlsruhe-Durlach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlsruhe-Durlach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Große Linde, Zum Erwin, Der Blaue Reiter.
Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz.
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
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