- Must visit
Musée de l’Œuvre Notre-Dame
Set in the cathedral’s former cellar, it explains the building’s history, sculpture and stained glass with original fragments.
Cheapest price on 09 Oct
£25
Average ticket price on 09 Oct
£38
Fastest journey on 09 Oct
41 m
Average journey duration on 09 Oct
43 m
Trains on 09 Oct
22
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Strasbourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Strasbourg will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
On Fri 09 Oct, we found 22 trains from Karlsruhe to Strasbourg, including 9 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 44 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.
STR 3 · 17017+
87434
STR 3 · 4729+
87440
STR 3 · 4717+
87418
STR 3 · ICE 273+
87410
STR 3 · ICE 277+
87424
9568
9560
9590
9574
9578Trains from Karlsruhe to Strasbourg run on average 14 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 31m.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 22:57 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Strasbourg trains for today, Thursday 8 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
STR 3 · 4717+ 87418 | 7:54 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h40 | 9:34 Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
9568 | On time 8:06 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h41 | 8:47 Strasbourg station | 0 changesdirect | |
STR 3+ TGV 9576 | Delayed 9:34 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h06 | 8:47 8:47Strasbourg station | 1 change | |
STR 3 · ICE 277+ 87424 | 9:44 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h19 | 11:03 Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
9576 | Delayed 8:08 9:53Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h47 | 8:50 8:50Strasbourg station | 0 changesdirect | |
STR 3+ TGV 9574 | On time 11:14 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h01 | 12:15 Strasbourg station | 1 change | |
9574 | 11:32 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h43 | 12:15 Strasbourg station | 0 changesdirect | |
STR 3 · ICE 9590 | On time 11:54 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 0h57 | 12:51 Strasbourg station | 1 change | |
9590 | 12:08 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h43 | 12:51 Strasbourg station | 0 changesdirect | |
STR 3 · 17017+ 87434 | 12:24 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h41 | 14:05 Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
9580 | 15:12 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h53 | 16:05 Strasbourg station | 0 changesdirect | |
9572 | 15:32 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h46 | 16:18 Strasbourg station | 0 changesdirect | |
9560 | 18:05 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h43 | 18:48 Strasbourg station | 0 changesdirect | |
9570 | 19:32 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h46 | 20:18 Strasbourg station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 9 October | |||||
STR 3 · ICE 273+ 87410 | 6:44 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h20 | 8:04 Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
STR 3 · ICE 9578 | On time 7:14 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1h02 | 8:16 Strasbourg station | 1 change | |
9578 | 7:32 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h44 | 8:16 Strasbourg station | 0 changesdirect | |
S1 · ICE 9568 | On time 7:48 Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 0h59 | 8:47 Strasbourg station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Set in the cathedral’s former cellar, it explains the building’s history, sculpture and stained glass with original fragments.
Housed in the Rohan Palace, this museum presents paintings from the Middle Ages to 1870 in grand historic rooms.
A richly atmospheric museum of Alsatian domestic life, crafts and interiors spread across historic Renaissance buildings.
Strasbourg’s most atmospheric quarter, with canals, timber-framed houses and scenic lanes ideal for walking and photography.
This large central square is a lively meeting point framed by historic buildings, shops and seasonal events such as the Christmas market.
A broad pedestrian square beside the cathedral, admired for its lively atmosphere, façades and excellent views of the west front.
A hearty Alsatian tart with crème fraîche, onions and lardons on thin dough. It is a regional classic, especially in Strasbourg winstubs and brasseries.
Slow-cooked sauerkraut served with sausages and cured pork. This emblematic Alsatian dish reflects the region’s Germanic culinary heritage.
A baked terrine of mixed meats, often pork and veal, wrapped in pastry. It is a festive Alsatian speciality commonly found in traditional eateries.
Popular traditional restaurant specialising in Alsatian dishes, especially choucroute and pork specialities, with a rustic local feel.
Traditional winstub serving Alsatian classics such as choucroute and baeckeoffe in a warm, historic setting in the city centre.
Historic brasserie known for tarte flambée, sauerkraut and local beer. Lively and classic atmosphere near Place Kléber.
Moderate for France: hotels and restaurants are mid-priced, while trams keep local transport fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Karlsruhe to Strasbourg trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Strasbourg station pair, with some services arriving at Krimmeri-Meinau. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe and Strasbourg 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.
Strasbourg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Kuhn, Brasserie Flo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Strasbourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Strasbourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Strasbourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Strasbourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Strasbourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Strasbourg Centre Gare, Ibis Strasbourg Centre Gare, Le Grand Hotel.
Krimmeri-Meinau is 2 km from Strasbourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Krimmeri-Meinau has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Krimmeri-Meinau.
ATMs are available at Krimmeri-Meinau.
Available at Krimmeri-Meinau: Parking.
Available at Krimmeri-Meinau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Krimmeri-Meinau.
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