Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn EuroCity | Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Karlsruhe and Essen?
Karlsruhe
- ABahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe to Essen 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 Karlsruhe to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Essen start from £118. The average price for this train route is around £151. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Karlsruhe to Essen?
The average train journey time from Karlsruhe to Essen is 2h 59m, covering a distance of 181 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 49m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Karlsruhe to Essen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Karlsruhe to Essen?
The earliest train from Karlsruhe to Essen departs at 18:51. And the latest train departs at 20:00.
Which is the best train operator from Karlsruhe to Essen?
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 Karlsruhe to Essen?
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 Karlsruhe to Essen?
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 Karlsruhe to Essen?
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.
