How much is the train ticket from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?

The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg start from $7. The average price for this train route is around $23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?

The average train ride duration from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg is 43m, covering a distance of 31 miles (50 km). The quickest train can get you there in 25m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators service the Karlsruhe to Heidelberg route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?

The earliest train departs from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg at 6:37am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.

What 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.

Train Karlsruhe to Heidelberg from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Karlsruhe to Heidelberg on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:02am	Karlsruhe Hbf	42m	7:44am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	Cheapest
	Train	1:10pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	34m	1:44pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	Fastest
	Train	7:02am	Karlsruhe Hbf	42m	7:44am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	12:00pm	Karlsruhe Hbf	44m	12:44pm	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	7:02am	Karlsruhe Hbf	42m	7:44am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:05 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

45mAverage Duration

32 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$6 - $6	Average Duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $40	Average Duration43m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $6	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Karlsruhe and Heidelberg?

Karlsruhe

A
Karlsruhe Hbf
Bahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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Südseite Hauptbahnhof
Hinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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Heidelberg

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Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.1

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,577 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in DE:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $7. The average price for this train route is around $23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?
The average train ride duration from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg is 43m, covering a distance of 31 miles (50 km). The quickest train can get you there in 25m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Karlsruhe to Heidelberg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?
The earliest train departs from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg at 6:37am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.
What 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.

Best price found

12/09

$7

12/10

$9

Today

$9

12/12

$9

12/13

$9

12/14

$5

12/15

$5

12/16

$5

The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $5

To 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 $5 to $42 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 $5 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.