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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 | Dresden Central Station | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Dresden Neustadt Station | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Dresden Central Station | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Dresden Neustadt Station | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Dresden Central Station | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Dresden to Karlsruhe
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Dresden and Karlsruhe?
Karlsruhe
- ABahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden 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 Dresden to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Karlsruhe start at $171. The average price for this train route is around $171. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Dresden to Karlsruhe?
The average train trip from Dresden to Karlsruhe takes 8h 26m and covers 446 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 48m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Dresden to Karlsruhe route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dresden to Karlsruhe?
The earliest train from Dresden to Karlsruhe departs at 6:53am. The latest train departs at 7:00am.
What is the best train operator from Dresden 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 Dresden 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 best on-time performance from Dresden to Karlsruhe?
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 Dresden 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dresden to Karlsruhe was searched and found on Dec 20, 2025 with a price of $166To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dresden to Karlsruhe, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $166 to $166 for a train ticket from Dresden to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $166 which is on 2025-12-20.
