Train from Gelsenkirchen to Karlsruhe: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Gelsenkirchen to Karlsruhe on 11 December
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day
3h 50mAverage duration
183 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£23 - £23Average duration18h 35m
7kg CO₂e
Average price£36 - £79Average duration3h 50m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gelsenkirchen 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Gelsenkirchen to Karlsruhe?

    The cheapest train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Karlsruhe start from £36. The average price for this train route is around £61. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Gelsenkirchen to Karlsruhe?

    The average train journey time from Gelsenkirchen to Karlsruhe is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 183 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 54m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Gelsenkirchen to Karlsruhe route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gelsenkirchen to Karlsruhe?

    The earliest train from Gelsenkirchen to Karlsruhe departs at 06:09. And the latest train departs at 20:32.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Gelsenkirchen 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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gelsenkirchen 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.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Gelsenkirchen 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.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Gelsenkirchen 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.

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