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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 | Essen Central Train Station | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Karlsruhe
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Karlsruhe?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Karlsruhe
- ABahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen 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 Essen to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Karlsruhe start at $50. The average price for this train route is around $124. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Essen to Karlsruhe?
The average train trip from Essen to Karlsruhe takes 3h 36m and covers 291 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 54m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Karlsruhe route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Karlsruhe?
The earliest train from Essen to Karlsruhe departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 7:59pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen 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 Essen 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 Essen 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 Essen 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.
