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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£30
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 25 m
Trains on 18 Sept
11
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf you need to make at least one change.
S2 · ICE 95786:081h23Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe7:31Karlsruhe Hbf£211One-way1 change- S2 · ICE 957214:081h23Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe15:31Karlsruhe Hbf£211One-way1 change
- S2+
TGV 957410:081h23Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe11:31Karlsruhe Hbf£211One-way1 change - S2 · IC 21687:081h45Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe8:53Karlsruhe Hbf£231One-way1 change
- S2 · ICE 10686:231h29Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe7:52Karlsruhe Hbf£241One-way1 change
- S2 · ICE 95786:081h23Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe7:31Karlsruhe Hbf£211One-way1 change
- S2 · ICE 957214:081h23Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe15:31Karlsruhe Hbf£211One-way1 change
- S2+TGV 957410:081h23Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe11:31Karlsruhe Hbf£211One-way1 change
- S2+TGV 95768:231h28Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe9:51Karlsruhe Hbf£441One-way1 change
- S2 · ICE 10686:231h29Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe7:52Karlsruhe Hbf£241One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 67 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf:
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Karlsruhe Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 17m.
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-15.94. The journey takes 1h 17m versus 57m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2 · ICE 9578 | On time 6:08 Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe | 1h23 | 7:31 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2 · ICE 1068 | On time 6:23 Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe | 1h29 | 7:52 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2 · IC 2168 | 7:08 Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe | 1h45 | 8:53 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2+TGV 9576 | On time 8:23 Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe | 1h28 | 9:51 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2 · IC 2166 | On time 9:08 Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe | 1h45 | 10:53 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2+TGV 9574 | On time 10:08 Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe | 1h23 | 11:31 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2 · IC 2164 | 11:08 Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe | 1h45 | 12:53 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2 · ICE 566 | On time 12:23 Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe | 1h29 | 13:52 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2 · IC 2162 | 13:08 Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe | 1h45 | 14:53 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2 · ICE 9572 | On time 14:08 Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe | 1h23 | 15:31 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2 · ICE 564 | On time 14:23 Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe | 1h29 | 15:52 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf
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Trains from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:08, the last at 08:08. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 67 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 7:08 |
Last train 8:08 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: TGV, Deutsche Bahn from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf trainsTGV, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe and Karlsruhe Hbf from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe and Karlsruhe Hbf
Most Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf trains use the Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Karlsruhe Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe and Karlsruhe Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe from Leinfelden-Echterdingen city centre
Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe is 1 km from Leinfelden-Echterdingen city centre. Public transport options include:
Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe train station facilities and services
Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe 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 and drink
Food options include: Trollinger, Curry 23, Restaurant am Wasser, Snack n Travel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe. Information desks are available at Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Airport.
Getting to Karlsruhe Hbf from Karlsruhe city centre
Karlsruhe Hbf is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Vinarte, Am Tiergarten, Panorama, Alter Brauhof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Barbarossa, Hotel Avisa, Am Tiergarten, Aparthotel Aijana.
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