- Must visit
Badisches Landesmuseum
A major collection on Baden’s history, culture and global artefacts inside Karlsruhe Palace. A strong first stop for understanding the region and city.
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kehl to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kehl to Karlsruhe will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 3 trains that leave Kehl for Karlsruhe every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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.






Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kehl to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 64 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Kehl to Karlsruhe trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:28 Kehl | 0h42 | 8:10 Karlsruhe | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:03 Kehl | 1h16 | 9:19 Karlsruhe | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:29 Kehl | 0h56 | 18:25 Karlsruhe | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Kehl to Karlsruhe run on average 5 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 42m.
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 0:17 |
Last train 23:03 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Karlsruhe — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Karlsruhe trip today.
A major collection on Baden’s history, culture and global artefacts inside Karlsruhe Palace. A strong first stop for understanding the region and city.
An interactive museum on media art and digital culture in a landmark industrial complex. Ideal for contemporary art, sound and technology exhibitions.
A leading art museum with works from past centuries to modern pieces. The broad collection and central location make it an easy cultural highlight.
The grand central square lined with historic buildings, the pyramid and fountains. It is the city’s main meeting point and a practical base for sightseeing.
This vast landscaped park behind the palace is ideal for walks, picnics and seasonal events. It offers one of Karlsruhe’s most relaxed urban green spaces.
A lively shopping street with cafés, shops and everyday city life. Walk here to experience modern Karlsruhe between the market square and Ettlinger Tor.
A Swabian-Baden pasta dish of filled noodle pockets, usually with minced meat and spinach. Common across south-west Germany and a staple in local inns.
Soft egg noodles from Swabia, often served with gravy, cheese or lentils. They are a beloved comfort food throughout Baden-Württemberg.
A thin Baden-style potato soup, often enriched with vegetables and stock. It is a traditional everyday dish in the region around Karlsruhe.
Refined modern dining in an elegant setting at Hotel Der Blaue Reiter, known for carefully plated tasting menus and polished service.
Stylish long-running restaurant in Durlach with seasonal menus and a polished take on regional and European cooking.
Traditional Baden brewery restaurant serving hearty regional dishes and house beer in a lively, wood-panelled setting near the city centre.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transport is reasonable. Cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, but not as low-cost as smaller regional towns.
Service is usually included, but small tips are expected. Round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Karlsruhe Hbf -> Marktplatz, Karlsruhe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kehl to Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kehl to Karlsruhe trains use the Kehl to Karlsruhe Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Use this guide to compare Kehl and Karlsruhe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kehl 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: Restaurant Cafe am Yachthafen, Kochlöffel, Alte Zunft, Maï Thai
Wi-Fi is available at Kehl. ATMs are available at Kehl.
Ticket office support is available at Kehl. Information desks are available at Kehl.
Luggage storage is available at Kehl. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kehl: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kehl: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kehl.
Nearby hotels include Rosengarten, Europa-Hotel, Restaurant Pizzeria Schwert;Hotel Schwert, Lamm.
Kork is 4 km from Kehl city centre. Public transport options include:
Kork 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: Café "Alte Landschreiberei"
Wi-Fi is available at Kork. ATMs are available at Kork.
Ticket office support is available at Kork. Information desks are available at Kork.
Luggage storage is available at Kork. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kork: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kork: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kork.
Nearby hotels include Gästehaus Krone.
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 Albtalbf is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe Albtalbf has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe Albtalbf.
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