How much is the train ticket from Karlsruhe to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Cologne start from PLN 85. The average price for this train route is around PLN 317. 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 Cologne?

The average train ride duration from Karlsruhe to Cologne is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 149 miles (240 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 52m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Karlsruhe to Cologne route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , Deutsche Bahn .

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

The earliest train departs from Karlsruhe to Cologne at 6:37am. And 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 most timely service from Karlsruhe to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveler 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 Karlsruhe to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveler 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 Karlsruhe to Cologne from PLN 80 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Karlsruhe to Cologne on May 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:59am	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 6m	11:05am	Hbf	Cheapest
	12:37pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 52m	2:29pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	10:26am	Karlsruhe Hbf	5h 9m	3:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	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	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Karlsruhe to Cologne on May 13
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 51m	8:28am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	6:37am	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 51m	8:28am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	1:59pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 7m	5:06pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:37am	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 51m	8:28am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:44 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Karlsruhe to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16train per day

2h 15mAverage Duration

149 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePLN 83 - PLN 662	Average Duration17h 25m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePLN 85 - PLN 697	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 ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi3.4

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5.0/51 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi5.0

Deutsche Bahn

4.1/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.1

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn, ÖBB

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from PLN 85. The average price for this train route is around PLN 317. 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 Cologne?
The average train ride duration from Karlsruhe to Cologne is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 149 miles (240 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 52m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Karlsruhe to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Karlsruhe to Cologne?
The earliest train departs from Karlsruhe to Cologne at 6:37am. And 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 most timely service from Karlsruhe to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Karlsruhe to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler 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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The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Cologne was searched and found on May 13, 2026 with a price of PLN 222

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 PLN 222 to PLN 850 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 PLN 222 which is on 2026-05-13.