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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hanover to Karlsruhe
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 611, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hanover and Karlsruhe?
Hanover
- ANiki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 Hannover, Germany
- BRundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany
- C
Hannover
Rundestraße 12, 30161 Hannover, Germany - DAlt Vinnhorst 68, 30419 Hannover, Germany
- E
Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Ledeburg, 30419 Hannover, Germany - F
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover-Leinhausen, 30419 Hannover, Germany
Karlsruhe
- ABahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hanover 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 Hanover to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest train tickets from Hanover to Karlsruhe start from R 419. The average price for this train route is around R 1 577. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hanover to Karlsruhe?
The average train journey time from Hanover to Karlsruhe is 4h 6m, covering a distance of 388 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 29m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Hanover to Karlsruhe route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hanover to Karlsruhe?
The earliest train from Hanover to Karlsruhe departs at 06:17. And the latest train departs at 21:54.
Which is the best train operator from Hanover 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 Hanover 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 Hanover 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 Hanover 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 Hanover to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 087To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hanover to Karlsruhe as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 087 to R 3 078 for a train ticket from Hanover to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 087, which is on 2026-01-31.
