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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 | Karlsruhe Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags | ||||
| Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Karlsruhe to Dortmund
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, 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 13 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the value for money. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at $36
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Dortmund by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?
The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Dortmund start from $36. The average price for this train route is around $64. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?
The average train ride duration from Karlsruhe to Dortmund is 3h 37m, covering a distance of 179 miles (289 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Karlsruhe to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?
The earliest train departs from Karlsruhe to Dortmund at 6:37am. And the latest train departs at 8:37pm.
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 Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $34To 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 $34 to $141 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 $34 which is on 2026-01-31.
