How much does a train ticket cost from Berlin to Karlsruhe?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Karlsruhe start from €16. The average price for this train route is around €62. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Berlin to Karlsruhe?

The average train journey time from Berlin to Karlsruhe is 5h 32m, covering a distance of 526 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 53m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Berlin to Karlsruhe route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 20 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Karlsruhe?

The earliest train from Berlin to Karlsruhe departs at 06:15. And the latest train departs at 19:46.

Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Karlsruhe?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Karlsruhe?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Berlin to Karlsruhe?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Karlsruhe?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Berlin to Karlsruhe from €16 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Karlsruhe on 23 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:57	Hauptbahnhof	5h 30m	19:27	Karlsruhe Hbf	Cheapest
	07:06	Berlin Hbf	5h	12:06	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
	14:04	Berlin Südkreuz	5h 23m	19:27	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 44m	11:59	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	12:36	Berlin Hbf	6h 17m	18:53	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Karlsruhe on 24 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:26	Berlin Südkreuz	8h 39m	18:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:06	Berlin Hbf	5h	12:06	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
	09:18	Hauptbahnhof	6h 8m	15:26	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 6m	15:26	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 44m	11:59	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Karlsruhe on 25 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:06	Berlin Hbf	5h	12:06	Karlsruhe Hbf	CheapestFastest
	09:18	Hauptbahnhof	6h 8m	15:26	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 6m	15:26	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 44m	11:59	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Express	08:00	Berlin Hbf	5h 23m	13:23	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Karlsruhe on 26 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 44m	23:59	Karlsruhe Hbf	Cheapest
	07:06	Berlin Hbf	5h	12:06	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
	09:18	Hauptbahnhof	6h 8m	15:26	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:26	Berlin Südkreuz	8h 39m	18:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 44m	11:59	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Karlsruhe on 28 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:40	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	16h 46m	15:26	Karlsruhe Hbf	Cheapest
	07:06	Berlin Hbf	5h	12:06	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
	09:18	Hauptbahnhof	6h 8m	15:26	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:26	Berlin Südkreuz	8h 39m	18:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 44m	11:59	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Karlsruhe on 29 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:26	Berlin Südkreuz	8h 39m	18:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:06	Berlin Hbf	5h	12:06	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
	09:18	Hauptbahnhof	6h 8m	15:26	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	01:35	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	13h 51m	15:26	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 44m	11:59	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin to Karlsruhe

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

6h 50mAverage duration

528 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price€26 - €117	Average duration11h 50m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€16 - €261	Average duration5h 32m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price€33 - €67	Average duration6h 50m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Berlin and Karlsruhe?

Berlin

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Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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C
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Karlsruhe

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Karlsruhe Hbf
Bahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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Südseite Hauptbahnhof
Hinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

FlixTrain

3/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

WiFi1.8

Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixTrain ticket prices on this trip start at €16

Flixtrain Berlin Karlsruhe recent customer reviews

Was very difficult to open windows and if someone hadn't come along with a screwdriver it would have been a proper sauna. Otherwise no complaints.

Susan F.

25 July 2025

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi3.2

FlixBus

3.5/512,136 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Karlsruhe 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 Berlin to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Karlsruhe start from €16. The average price for this train route is around €62. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Karlsruhe?
The average train journey time from Berlin to Karlsruhe is 5h 32m, covering a distance of 526 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 53m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Karlsruhe route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 20 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Karlsruhe?
The earliest train from Berlin to Karlsruhe departs at 06:15. And the latest train departs at 19:46.
Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Karlsruhe?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Berlin to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

21/01

€69

22/01

€49

Today

€70

24/01

€49

25/01

€59

26/01

€59

27/01

€16

28/01

€51

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berlin to Karlsruhe as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €16 to €224 for a train ticket from Berlin to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €16, which is on 2026-01-27.