Trains tickets from Karlsruhe to Aachen

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from US$147
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Karlsruhe Hbf
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Aachen
    Destination location: Aachen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Karlsruhe Hbf
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Aachen
    Destination location: Aachen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Karlsruhe Hbf
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Aachen
    Destination location: Aachen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Karlsruhe Hbf
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Aachen
    Destination location: Aachen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Karlsruhe
    Departure location: Karlsruhe Hbf
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Aachen
    Destination location: Aachen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Karlsruhe to Aachen

Bus
Average PriceUS$30 - US$32Average Duration7h 25m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$28 - US$36Average Duration3h 30m
11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Karlsruhe to Aachen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Aachen. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
3h 30mAverage Duration
US$28Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Aachen was searched and found on May 5, 2025 with a price of US$140

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

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Karlsruhe and Aachen is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Aachen.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Aachen, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Karlsruhe and Aachen, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Karlsruhe to Aachen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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