Next available departures

Next departures for Karlsruhe to Cologne on August 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	10:26am	Karlsruhe Hbf	5h 9m	3:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	6:37am	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 52m	8:29am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Fastest
	6:37am	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 52m	8:29am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	7:53am	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 26m	11:19am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	6:37am	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 52m	8:29am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	7:53am	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 26m	11:19am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	6:37am	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 52m	8:29am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	7:53am	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 26m	11:19am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Karlsruhe to Cologne on August 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:53am	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 13m	11:06am	Hbf	Cheapest
	12:37pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 52m	2:29pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Fastest
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	6:59am	Karlsruhe Hbf	2h 20m	9:19am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	7:59am	Karlsruhe Hbf	2h 15m	10:14am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	6:59am	Karlsruhe Hbf	2h 20m	9:19am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	7:59am	Karlsruhe Hbf	2h 15m	10:14am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	6:59am	Karlsruhe Hbf	2h 20m	9:19am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	7:59am	Karlsruhe Hbf	2h 15m	10:14am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:00 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Karlsruhe to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just RUB 2,201, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

5h 20mAverage Duration

231 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceRUB 2,201 - RUB 17,831	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceRUB 2,026 - RUB 18,181	Average Duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

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

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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Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi3.4

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5.0/51 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi5.0

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe to Cologne 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 Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Cologne start at RUB 2,026. The average price for this train route is around RUB 6,688. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Karlsruhe to Cologne?
The average train trip from Karlsruhe to Cologne takes 2h 15m and covers 240 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Karlsruhe to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 28 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Karlsruhe to Cologne?
The earliest train from Karlsruhe to Cologne departs at 6:37am. The latest train departs at 7:59pm.
What is the best train operator from Karlsruhe to Cologne?
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 Karlsruhe to Cologne?
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 best on-time performance from Karlsruhe to Cologne?
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 Karlsruhe to Cologne?
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.

Best price found

07-30

RUB 12,070

07-31

RUB 7,938

Today

RUB 5,260

08-02

RUB 5,467

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The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Cologne was searched and found on Aug 1, 2026 with a price of RUB 5,260

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

You can expect to pay from RUB 5,260 to RUB 17,936 for a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 5,467 which is on 2026-08-02.