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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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Flixbus + Flixtrain | Kiel | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Kiel to Karlsruhe
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 12 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 14 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the value for money. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at £115
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kiel 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 Kiel to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest train tickets from Kiel to Karlsruhe start from £115. The average price for this train route is around £115. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kiel to Karlsruhe?
The average train journey time from Kiel to Karlsruhe is 6h 43m, covering a distance of 375 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 43m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Kiel to Karlsruhe route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kiel to Karlsruhe?
The earliest train from Kiel to Karlsruhe departs at 08:16. And the latest train departs at 14:16.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kiel to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 6 Feb 2026 with a price of £109To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kiel to Karlsruhe as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £109 to £175 for a train ticket from Kiel to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £109, which is on 2026-02-06.
