Cheap train tickets from Munich to Karlsruhe

Showing times and prices for 23 Jan

Cheapest

£21

Average

£36

The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Munich to Karlsruhe will cost around £ 36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only £ 21.

Cheapest
19:35Munich Hbf4h23 23:58Karlsruhe Hbf
2 changes
£211One-way
Cheapest
19:54Munich Hbf4h04 23:58Karlsruhe Hbf
3 changes
£211One-way
2nd Cheapest
20:45Munich Hbf3h13 23:58Karlsruhe Hbf
1 changes
£261One-way
2nd Cheapest
06:46Munich Hbf3h05 09:51Karlsruhe Hbf
0 changes
£261One-way
2nd Cheapest
12:27Munich Hbf3h03 15:30Karlsruhe Hbf
1 changes
£261One-way

Train schedule Munich to Karlsruhe

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sun, 23 Jan
00:01Munich Hbf5h08 05:09Karlsruhe Hbf
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03:24Munich Hbf3h29 06:53Karlsruhe Hbf
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05:33Munich Hbf3h20 08:53Karlsruhe Hbf
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06:46Munich Hbf3h05 09:51Karlsruhe Hbf
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07:28Munich Hbf3h25 10:53Karlsruhe Hbf
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08:27Munich Hbf3h03 11:30Karlsruhe Hbf
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08:46Munich Hbf3h07 11:53Karlsruhe Hbf
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09:28Munich Hbf3h25 12:53Karlsruhe Hbf
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09:47Munich Hbf3h38 13:25Karlsruhe Hbf
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09:54Munich Hbf4h59 14:53Karlsruhe Hbf
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10:28Munich Hbf3h25 13:53Karlsruhe Hbf
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11:28Munich Hbf3h25 14:53Karlsruhe Hbf
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11:47Munich Hbf3h38 15:25Karlsruhe Hbf
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12:27Munich Hbf3h03 15:30Karlsruhe Hbf
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12:47Munich Hbf3h05 15:52Karlsruhe Hbf
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13:28Munich Hbf3h25 16:53Karlsruhe Hbf
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13:47Munich Hbf3h38 17:25Karlsruhe Hbf
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14:47Munich Hbf3h05 17:52Karlsruhe Hbf
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15:28Munich Hbf3h25 18:53Karlsruhe Hbf
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15:47Munich Hbf3h38 19:25Karlsruhe Hbf
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16:27Munich Hbf3h03 19:30Karlsruhe Hbf
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16:46Munich Hbf3h07 19:53Karlsruhe Hbf
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17:25Munich Hbf3h29 20:54Karlsruhe Hbf
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17:47Munich Hbf3h38 21:25Karlsruhe Hbf
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18:44Munich Hbf3h09 21:53Karlsruhe Hbf
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19:28Munich Hbf3h32 23:00Karlsruhe Hbf
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19:28Munich Hbf3h31 22:59Karlsruhe Hbf
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19:35Munich Hbf4h23 23:58Karlsruhe Hbf
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19:54Munich Hbf4h04 23:58Karlsruhe Hbf
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20:45Munich Hbf3h13 23:58Karlsruhe Hbf
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21:51Munich Hbf3h28 01:19Karlsruhe Hbf
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23 Jan
£21Deutsche Bahn
£10BlaBlaCar Bus
Mon
24 Jan
£16Deutsche Bahn
£9Flixbus
Tue
25 Jan
£16Deutsche Bahn
£10BlaBlaCar Bus
Wed
26 Jan
£16Deutsche Bahn
£10BlaBlaCar Bus
Thu
27 Jan
£16Deutsche Bahn
£10BlaBlaCar Bus
Fri
28 Jan
£16Deutsche Bahn
£9BlaBlaCar Bus
Sat
29 Jan
£16Deutsche Bahn
£10BlaBlaCar Bus
Sun
30 Jan
£16Deutsche Bahn
£9BlaBlaCar Bus
Mon
31 Jan
£16Deutsche Bahn
£9Flixbus
Tue
1 Feb
£16Deutsche Bahn
£10BlaBlaCar Bus
Wed
2 Feb
£16Deutsche Bahn
£10BlaBlaCar Bus
Thu
3 Feb
£16Deutsche Bahn
£13BlaBlaCar Bus
Fri
4 Feb
£16Deutsche Bahn
£9BlaBlaCar Bus
Sat
5 Feb
£16Deutsche Bahn
£13BlaBlaCar Bus
Sun
6 Feb
£16Deutsche Bahn
£9BlaBlaCar Bus
Mon
7 Feb
£16Deutsche Bahn
£10BlaBlaCar Bus
Tue
8 Feb
£16Deutsche Bahn
£10BlaBlaCar Bus
Wed
9 Feb
£16Deutsche Bahn with connection
£10BlaBlaCar Bus
Thu
10 Feb
£16Deutsche Bahn
£10BlaBlaCar Bus
Fri
11 Feb
£16Deutsche Bahn
£9BlaBlaCar Bus

Fastest train times from Munich to Karlsruhe

Showing times and prices for 23 Jan

Fastest Journey

3 h 3 m

Average

3 h 31 m

Trains per day

31

Distance

254 km

Of the 31 trains that leave Munich for Karlsruhe every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 254 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 8 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.

Fastest
16:27Munich Hbf3h03 19:30Karlsruhe Hbf
1 changes
£381One-way
Fastest
12:27Munich Hbf3h03 15:30Karlsruhe Hbf
1 changes
£261One-way
Fastest
08:27Munich Hbf3h03 11:30Karlsruhe Hbf
1 changes
£381One-way
2nd Fastest
12:47Munich Hbf3h05 15:52Karlsruhe Hbf
0 changes
£351One-way
2nd Fastest
06:46Munich Hbf3h05 09:51Karlsruhe Hbf
0 changes
£261One-way

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Overview: Train from Munich to Karlsruhe

distanceDistance157 miles (253 km)
durationAverage train duration3 h 9 min
priceAverage train ticket price£19 (€22)
frequencyTrain frequency10 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 10 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesDeutsche Bahn, TGV or Deutsche Bahn with connection

Trains from Munich to Karlsruhe cover the 157 miles (253 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 9 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn, TGV or Deutsche Bahn with connection. Normally, there are 10 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around £19, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £16. Travellers depart most frequently from München Hbf and arrive in Karlsruhe Hbf.

Train providers: TGV and Deutsche Bahn trains Munich to Karlsruhe

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

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Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main operator of train services and makes on average about 40, 000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Munich to Karlsruhe train.

  • Average Price: £16

Please follow the recommendations outlined by Deutsche Bahn when booking your train tickets between Munich and Karlsruhe due to the coronavirus:

  • Cashless payments recommended
  • Online booking and check-in recommended
  • Normal conditions apply
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

Travel Tips: Trains from Munich to Karlsruhe

Travel by train to Karlsruhe 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 Munich to Karlsruhe.
FAQs

How much do cheap trains to Karlsruhe from Munich cost?

Looking to save money on your journey? Omio customers have found the cheapest train to Karlsruhe from Munich for the next 7 days starting from £16  one way.

How much does the train from Munich to Karlsruhe cost on average?

If you’re looking to buy tickets for this journey in the next 7 days, you’ll find that Munich to Karlsruhe train prices are on average £19  one way.

How many miles is it from Munich to Karlsruhe by train?

When travelling this route you should expect the distance between Munich and Karlsruhe via train to be approximately 157 miles (253 km).

What is the average Munich to Karlsruhe train duration?

On average the Munich to Karlsruhe train time is 3 h 9 min  covering the 157 miles (253 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or travelling on weekends and bank holidays.

When travelling by train from Munich to Karlsruhe, which train station in Munich do I depart from and which train station in Karlsruhe do I arrive in?

When departing from Munich, you have various train station options to start your route from including München Hbf, München Hackerbrücke and München Marienplatz. When arriving in Karlsruhe, you can end your journey in train stations like Karlsruhe Hbf, Karlsruhe-Durlach and Karlsruhe-Knielingen.

Omio customers book a train from München Hbf   to Karlsruhe Hbf   most frequently for this route.

Where is the train station in Munich? Where is the train station in Karlsruhe?

Passengers board their train most frequently from München Hbf and travel around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) from the city centre to this train station.

Passengers travelling this route most often arrive at Karlsruhe Hbf and need to travel approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) from the train station to the city centre in Karlsruhe.

What train providers offer a service to Karlsruhe from Munich?

For the route from Munich to Karlsruhe you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn, TGV or Deutsche Bahn with connection. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Munich to Karlsruhe on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

How many train services are there between Munich and Karlsruhe a day?

On average, there are 10 trains a day from Munich to Karlsruhe. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.

What time is the earliest train from Munich to Karlsruhe? What time is the last train from Munich to Karlsruhe?

The first train from Munich to Karlsruhe leaves at 04: 33   and the last train for this leaves at 23: 01. Omio shows you the latest train from Munich to Karlsruhe times to help you book the best departure time for this trip.

When should I buy Munich Karlsruhe train tickets to score the best deals?

In general, we recommend booking tickets for trains in advance to score the best deals from all possible train providers offering this trip and save money. If you book train tickets from Munich to Karlsruhe within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average £19 one way. To find the best prices for this route, consider booking your train ticket from Munich to Karlsruhe a few months in advance.

Important Stations and Airports for this Journey

Munich
Karlsruhe
München Hbf is the most popular Munich railway station for Omio travellers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Munich for your journey to Karlsruhe.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
address
Address
Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 Munich, Germany
phone
Phone Number
+49 8913081055
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sun: 07: 00 - 21: 00
Public transport options for München Hbf
U-Bahn lines: U1, U2, U4, U5, U7
S-Bahn lines: S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8
Tram lines: 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21
Bus lines: 68, X98
Train lines: ICE, RJ, NJ, IC, EC, RE, RB