Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
 | Karlsruhe Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Fastest | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express | Karlsruhe Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags | |||||
| Karlsruhe Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express | Karlsruhe Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Dortmund
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Karlsruhe and Dortmund?
Karlsruhe
- ABahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
Train Companies
Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at £18
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe to Dortmund by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?
The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Dortmund start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £58. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?
The average train journey time from Karlsruhe to Dortmund is 3h 23m, covering a distance of 179 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Karlsruhe to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?
The earliest train from Karlsruhe to Dortmund departs at 06:51. And the latest train departs at 20:00.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Dortmund was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £52To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Karlsruhe to Dortmund as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £52 to £217 for a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £52, which is on 2025-12-15.
