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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Südbahnhof | Karlsruhe Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Frankfurt Hbf | Karlsruhe Hbf | Fastest | ||||
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | ||||
S-Bahn + EuroCity Express | Train | Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | ||||
S-Bahn + Regional-Express | Train | Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Karlsruhe?
Frankfurt am Main
- AHedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Karlsruhe
- ABahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe start from R 156. The average price for this train route is around R 496. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?
The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe is 1h 26m, covering a distance of 126 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 35 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?
The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe departs at 06:04. And the latest train departs at 20:50.
Which is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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.
The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 187To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 187 to R 2 081 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 187, which is on 2025-12-13.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
