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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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 | Train | Mainz Central Train Station | Karlsruhe Hbf | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Train | Mainz Central Train Station | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Mainz Central Train Station | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Mainz Central Train Station | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just €8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mainz 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 Mainz to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest train tickets from Mainz to Karlsruhe start from €23. The average price for this train route is around €25. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Mainz to Karlsruhe?
The average train journey time from Mainz to Karlsruhe is 1h 13m, covering a distance of 113 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 5m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
Which train operators serve the Mainz to Karlsruhe route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Mainz to Karlsruhe?
The earliest train from Mainz to Karlsruhe departs at 07:46. And the latest train departs at 08:42.
Which is the best train operator from Mainz 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 Mainz 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 Mainz 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 Mainz 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Mainz to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 19 Feb 2026 with a price of €22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Mainz to Karlsruhe as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €22 to €51 for a train ticket from Mainz to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €24, which is on 2026-02-20.
