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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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 | Hauptbahnhof | Karlsruhe Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
| Berlin Südkreuz | Karlsruhe Hbf | Fastest | |||||
| Spandau | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2, | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Berlin to Karlsruhe
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Berlin and Karlsruhe?
Berlin
- A
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany - B
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany - C
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany - D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany - F
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
Karlsruhe
- A
Karlsruhe Hbf
Bahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany - B
Südseite Hauptbahnhof
Hinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Karlsruhe start from PLN 37. The average price for this train route is around PLN 316. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 50m, covering a distance of 526 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Karlsruhe route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 35 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Karlsruhe?
The earliest train from Berlin to Karlsruhe departs at 06:07. And the latest train departs at 23:32.
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 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Karlsruhe?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Berlin to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 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.
The cheapest trip from Berlin to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 05 Sept 2026 with a price of PLN 32To 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 PLN 32 to PLN 1 105 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 PLN 32, which is on 2026-09-05.
Usually Deutsche Bahn 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.
