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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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Flixtrain + Flixbus | Harburg | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
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Flixbus + Flixtrain | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Hamburg Hbf | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | |||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Karlsruhe
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just R 586, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hamburg and Karlsruhe?
Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - BHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Karlsruhe
- ABahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Karlsruhe by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Karlsruhe start from R 438. The average price for this train route is around R 1 431. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
The average train journey time from Hamburg to Karlsruhe is 5h 34m, covering a distance of 520 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Karlsruhe route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
The earliest train from Hamburg to Karlsruhe departs at 06:06. And the latest train departs at 22:28.
Which is the best train operator from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Karlsruhe?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Hamburg 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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 637To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hamburg to Karlsruhe as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 637 to R 4 916 for a train ticket from Hamburg to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 637, which is on 2025-12-13.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
