How much is the train ticket from Mannheim to Karlsruhe?

The cheapest train tickets from Mannheim to Karlsruhe start from $9. The average price for this train route is around $14. 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 Mannheim to Karlsruhe?

The average train ride duration from Mannheim to Karlsruhe is 22m, covering a distance of 34 miles (55 km). The quickest train can get you there in 22m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Mannheim to Karlsruhe route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , Deutsche Bahn .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Mannheim to Karlsruhe?

The earliest train departs from Mannheim to Karlsruhe at 6:37am. And the latest train departs at 8:37pm.

What is the best train operator from Mannheim 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 Mannheim to Karlsruhe?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Mannheim to Karlsruhe?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Mannheim 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.

Train Mannheim to Karlsruhe from $9 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Mannheim to Karlsruhe on January 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:46pm	Mannheim Train station	23m	7:09pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	Train	7:34pm	Mannheim Train station	24m	7:58pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	Train	8:35pm	Mannheim Train station	23m	8:58pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn EuroCity	Train	8:47am	Mannheim Train station	22m	9:09am	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	Train	9:34am	Mannheim Train station	23m	9:57am	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Mannheim to Karlsruhe

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 22 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

22mAverage Duration

34 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $13	Average Duration55m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$9 - $54	Average Duration22m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $6	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

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

Mannheim

A
Mannheim Hauptbahnhof
Willy-Brandt-Platz 17, 68161 Mannheim, Germany
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B
ZOB
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6, 68161 Mannheim, Germany
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Karlsruhe

A
Karlsruhe Hbf
Bahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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B
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

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.2

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mannheim to Karlsruhe 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 Mannheim to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest train tickets from Mannheim to Karlsruhe start from $9. The average price for this train route is around $14. 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 Mannheim to Karlsruhe?
The average train ride duration from Mannheim to Karlsruhe is 22m, covering a distance of 34 miles (55 km). The quickest train can get you there in 22m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Mannheim to Karlsruhe route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Mannheim to Karlsruhe?
The earliest train departs from Mannheim to Karlsruhe at 6:37am. And the latest train departs at 8:37pm.
What is the best train operator from Mannheim 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 Mannheim to Karlsruhe?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Mannheim to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Mannheim 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.

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

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$9

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$9

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$9

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$9

The cheapest trip from Mannheim to Karlsruhe was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $9

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

You can expect to pay from $9 to $60 for a train ticket from Mannheim to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2026-01-30.