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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Heidelberg to Karlsruhe
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- €13
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- €16
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 46 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 50 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 10
- Distance
- 50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Karlsruhe will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €13.
To travel from Heidelberg to Karlsruhe you need to make at least one change.
S3 · STR 38:18 AM 0h55 Heidelberg Hbf 9:13 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) €13 1 One-way 1 change- S3 · STR 1
8:48 AM 0h58 Heidelberg Hbf 9:46 AM Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) €13 1 One-way 1 change - 15967 · STR 1
8:10 AM 0h46 Heidelberg Hbf 8:56 AM Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) €13 1 One-way 1 change - S3 · S31 · STR 1
9:18 AM 1h08 Heidelberg Hbf 10:26 AM Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) €13 1 One-way 2 changes - 15971 · STR 1
10:10 AM 0h46 Heidelberg Hbf 10:56 AM Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) €13 1 One-way 1 change
- 15967 · STR 1
8:10 AM 0h46 Heidelberg Hbf 8:56 AM Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) €13 1 One-way 1 change - 15971 · STR 1
10:10 AM 0h46 Heidelberg Hbf 10:56 AM Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) €13 1 One-way 1 change - ICE 791 · STR 3
8:43 AM 0h50 Heidelberg Hbf 9:33 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) €22 1 One-way 1 change - 15969 · STR 1
9:05 AM 0h51 Heidelberg Hbf 9:56 AM Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) €13 1 One-way 1 change - S3 · STR 3
8:18 AM 0h55 Heidelberg Hbf 9:13 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) €13 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Heidelberg to Karlsruhe
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Trains from Heidelberg to Karlsruhe run on average 10 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 25m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Heidelberg to Karlsruhe train times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Karlsruhe trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15967 · STR 1 | 8:10 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h46 | 8:56 AM Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) | 1 change | |
| S3 · STR 3 | 8:18 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h55 | 9:13 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1 change | |
| IC 2049 · ECE 151 · STR 3 | On time 8:24 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h59 | 9:23 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 2 changes | |
| ICE 791 · STR 3 | On time 8:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h50 | 9:33 AM Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) | 1 change | |
| S3 · STR 1 | 8:48 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h58 | 9:46 AM Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) | 1 change | |
 FlixTrain | 2:59 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0h27 | 3:26 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
TGV
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Heidelberg and Karlsruhe
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FAQs: Heidelberg to Karlsruhe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Karlsruhe by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Karlsruhe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Heidelberg and Karlsruhe
Most Heidelberg to Karlsruhe trains use the Heidelberg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße). Use this guide to compare Heidelberg and Karlsruhe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Heidelberg station do trains to Karlsruhe leave from?
Getting to Heidelberg Hbf from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg Hbf train station facilities and services
Heidelberg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
Getting to Heidelberg-Altstadt from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Altstadt train station facilities and services
Heidelberg-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
Getting to Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach is 3 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach train station facilities and services
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Dufke, Stettiner Klause, Hakim's Imbiss, KOLBEZ Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rose.
Which Karlsruhe station do trains from Heidelberg arrive at?
Getting to Karlsruhe Hbf from Karlsruhe city centre
Karlsruhe Hbf is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe Hbf train station facilities and services
Karlsruhe Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Vinarte, Am Tiergarten, Panorama, Alter Brauhof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Barbarossa, Hotel Avisa, Am Tiergarten, Aparthotel Aijana.
Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) train station facilities and services
Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Kaiserstraße).
Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) train station facilities and services
Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Europaplatz/Post Galerie (Karlstraße).
Most popular trains to and from Karlsruhe and Heidelberg
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