Previously seen journeys
| 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 travel 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 £17, 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Essen to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Karlsruhe start from £27. The average price for this train route is around £67. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Karlsruhe?
The average train journey time from Essen to Karlsruhe is 3h 36m, covering a distance of 181 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 06:00. And the latest train departs at 19:59.
Which 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?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service 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.
