How much does a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe cost?

The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe is $43. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?

A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Karlsruhe is around 1h 26m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 2m. This is the time it takes to travel the 126 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Frankfurt am Main and Karlsruhe?

The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 49. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?

When taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixTrain.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?

Trains travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Karlsruhe leave from Südbahnhof or Frankfurt Airport and arrive at Karlsruhe Hbf, Südseite Hauptbahnhof.

Train Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe from $8 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:50pm	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 8m	7:58pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:05pm	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 4m	7:09pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:33pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 25m	7:58pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn + Regional-Express + Regionalbahn	Train	6:13pm	Frankfurt Süd	2h 19m	8:32pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:05pm	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 4m	7:09pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:34pm	Südbahnhof	1h 32m	7:06pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	12:05pm	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 4m	1:09pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:41am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 24m	8:05am	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Regional-Express + Regionalbahn + S-Bahn	Train	6:17am	Frankfurt Süd	2h 18m	8:35am	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:50am	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 7m	7:57am	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:50am	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 7m	7:57am	Karlsruhe Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	8:05am	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 4m	9:09am	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
	Train	5:34pm	Südbahnhof	1h 32m	7:06pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:30am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 27m	7:57am	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn + EuroCity Express	Train	7:45am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 24m	9:09am	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe on November 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:56am	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 9m	8:05am	Karlsruhe Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	12:05pm	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 4m	1:09pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
	Train	3:37pm	Südbahnhof	1h 39m	5:16pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:41am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 24m	8:05am	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Regional-Express + Regionalbahn + S-Bahn	Train	6:17am	Frankfurt Süd	2h 18m	8:35am	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:56am	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 9m	8:05am	Karlsruhe Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	12:05pm	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 4m	1:09pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:41am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 24m	8:05am	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Regional-Express + Regionalbahn + S-Bahn	Train	6:17am	Frankfurt Süd	2h 18m	8:35am	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:50am	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 7m	7:57am	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:29 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

1h 30mAverage Duration

126 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $111	Average Duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $173	Average Duration1h 26m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$11 - $41	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,378 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Karlsruhe?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Südbahnhof

B - Frankfurt Airport

Stops in Karlsruhe

A - Karlsruhe Hbf

B - Südseite Hauptbahnhof

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe cost?
The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe is $43. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?
A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Karlsruhe is around 1h 26m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 2m. This is the time it takes to travel the 126 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Frankfurt am Main and Karlsruhe?
The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 49. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?
When taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixTrain.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe?
Trains travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Karlsruhe leave from Südbahnhof or Frankfurt Airport and arrive at Karlsruhe Hbf, Südseite Hauptbahnhof.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-17

$12

11-18

$18

Today

$18

11-20

$15

11-21

No data

11-22

$15

11-23

No data

11-24

$14

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $12

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

You can expect to pay from $12 to $166 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-11-24.

Usually Deutsche Bahn EuroCity 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.