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Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Karlsruhe and Heidelberg?
Karlsruhe
- ABahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
Heidelberg
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Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg 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 Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg start from R 116. The average price for this train route is around R 395. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?
The average train journey time from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg is 43m, covering a distance of 50 km. The quickest train can get you there in 25m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Karlsruhe to Heidelberg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?
The earliest train from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg departs at 06:37. And the latest train departs at 19:01.
Which is the best train operator from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, 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 Karlsruhe to Heidelberg was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 82To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 82 to R 722 for a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 82, which is on 2025-12-14.
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.
