The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
47₫
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
125₫
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
7 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
7 h 24 m
Trains on 29 Sept
66
Distance
594 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Karlsruhe will cost around 125₫ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 47₫.
To travel from Vienna to Karlsruhe you need to make at least one change.
RJ 820 · REX 5052 · R 25798 · ICE 61012:28 AM12h25Vienna12:53 PMKarlsruhe47 ₫1One-way5 changes
RJX 66 · ICE 1060 · 190364:28 PM8h51Vienna1:19 AMKarlsruhe Hbf54 ₫1One-way2 changes
RJX 68 · ICE 618 · S36:28 PM10h20Vienna4:48 AMKarlsruhe Hbf54 ₫1One-way2 changes
REX 7+
RJX19938+
EC 212+
RE14:46 AM8h39Vienna Airport1:25 PMKarlsruhe Hbf54 ₫1One-way4 changes
RJ 820+
REX 2+
R 25798+
RE512:28 AM12h25Vienna Hbf12:53 PMKarlsruhe Hbf54 ₫1One-way5 changes
RJX 262 · ICE 5648:28 AM7h24Vienna3:52 PMKarlsruhe Hbf140 ₫1One-way1 change
RJX 260 · ICE 5666:28 AM7h24Vienna1:52 PMKarlsruhe Hbf60 ₫1One-way1 change
RJX 62 · ICE 26612:28 PM7h24Vienna7:52 PMKarlsruhe Hbf120 ₫1One-way1 change
RJX 64 · ICE 5602:28 PM7h24Vienna9:52 PMKarlsruhe Hbf90 ₫1One-way1 change
RJX 262+
ICE 5648:28 AM7h24Vienna Hbf3:52 PMKarlsruhe Hbf200 ₫1One-way1 change
Live departures
Vienna to Karlsruhe train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Karlsruhe trains for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 262+ ICE 564+ RJ 754 | 8:02 AM Vienna Airport | 7h50 | 3:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 262 · ICE 564 | On time 8:28 AM Vienna | 7h24 | 3:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 262+ ICE 564 | On time 8:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 7h24 | 3:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 7+ EC 1216+ ICE 562 · ICE 1064 | On time 8:46 AM Vienna Airport | 9h35 | 6:21 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 1216+ ICE 562 · ICE 1064 | On time 9:13 AM Vienna Hbf | 9h08 | 6:21 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJ 752+ RJX 60+ ICE 562 · ICE 1064 | On time 10:02 AM Vienna Airport | 8h19 | 6:21 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJ 752+ RJX13470+ IC 60409 | 10:02 AM Vienna Airport | 13h02 | 11:04 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 60 · ICE 562 · ICE 1064 | On time 10:28 AM Vienna | 7h53 | 6:21 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 60+ ICE 562 · ICE 1064 | On time 10:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 7h53 | 6:21 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX13470+ IC 60409 | 10:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 12h36 | 11:04 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 62+ RJ 750+ ICE 266 | On time 12:02 PM Vienna Airport | 7h50 | 7:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 62 · ICE 266 | On time 12:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 7h24 | 7:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 62 · ICE 266 | On time 12:28 PM Vienna | 7h24 | 7:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 62+ ICE 266 | On time 12:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 7h24 | 7:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 644+ EC 114+ ICE 910+ RE1 | 12:34 PM Vienna Airport | 8h51 | 9:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 644+ RE1+ EC 114+ ICE 910 | On time 12:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 8h28 | 9:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX19956+ EC 114+ ICE 910+ RE1 | 1:02 PM Vienna Airport | 8h23 | 9:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX 19916 · EC 114 · ICE 910 · 19030 | 1:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 7h57 | 9:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX 19916 · EC 114 · ICE 910 · 19030 | 1:28 PM Vienna | 7h57 | 9:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX19916+ EC 114+ ICE 910+ RE1 | 1:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 7h57 | 9:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 646+ RJX 64+ ICE 560 | On time 1:34 PM Vienna Airport | 8h18 | 9:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 646+ RJX 64+ ICE 560 | On time 1:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 7h55 | 9:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJ 858+ RJX 64+ ICE 560 | On time 2:02 PM Vienna Airport | 7h50 | 9:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 64 · ICE 560 | On time 2:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 7h24 | 9:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 64 · ICE 560 | On time 2:28 PM Vienna | 7h24 | 9:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 64+ ICE 560 | On time 2:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 7h24 | 9:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 66 · ICE 1060 · 19036 | On time 4:28 PM Vienna | 8h51 | 1:19 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday, 29 September | |||||
RE5+ ICE 610+ IC 2164+ REX 2 | On time 12:02 AM Vienna Airport | 12h51 | 12:53 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 5 changes | |
RE5+ ICE 610+ IC 2164+ RJ 820 | 12:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 12h25 | 12:53 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 5 changes | |
RJ 820 · REX 5052 · R 25798 · ICE 610 | 12:28 AM Vienna | 12h25 | 12:53 PM Karlsruhe | 5 changes | |
RJX19938+ EC 212+ ICE 918+ RE1 | 4:46 AM Vienna Airport | 8h39 | 1:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 407+ ICE 566+ REX 7 | 4:46 AM Vienna Airport | 9h06 | 1:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 848+ EC 212+ ICE 918+ RE1 | 4:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 8h28 | 1:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 540+ RJX 260+ ICE 566+ REX 7 | 5:16 AM Vienna Airport | 8h36 | 1:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX 19938 · EC 212 · ICE 918 · 19014 | 5:28 AM Vienna | 7h57 | 1:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX19938+ EC 212+ ICE 918+ RE1 | 5:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 7h57 | 1:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 407+ ICE 566 | On time 5:39 AM Vienna Hbf | 8h13 | 1:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 7+ RJX 260+ ICE 566 | On time 5:46 AM Vienna Airport | 8h06 | 1:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 540+ RJX 260+ ICE 566 | On time 5:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 7h55 | 1:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 260 · ICE 566 | On time 6:28 AM Vienna | 7h24 | 1:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 260+ ICE 566 | On time 6:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 7h24 | 1:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19950+ ICE 210+ RE1 | 7:02 AM Vienna Airport | 8h23 | 3:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX19910+ ICE 210+ RE1 | 7:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 7h57 | 3:25 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna to Karlsruhe
Trains from Vienna to Karlsruhe run on average 15 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 38₫ but you can travel from only 29₫ by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 594 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 594 km |
Average train duration 7h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price 38₫ |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 6h 40m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, EuroNight from Vienna to Karlsruhe trainsÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, EuroNight trains will get you between Vienna and Karlsruhe from 29₫. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
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.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Nightjet
EuroNight
FAQs: Vienna to Karlsruhe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna 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 Vienna and Karlsruhe
Most Vienna to Karlsruhe trains use the Wien Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Karlsruhe-Knielingen. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Karlsruhe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Vienna station do trains to Karlsruhe leave from?
Getting to Wien Hauptbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Getting to Flughafen Wien from Vienna city centre
Flughafen Wien is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Flughafen Wien train station facilities and services
Flughafen Wien has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Restaurant Johann Strauss, Zugvogel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Flughafen Wien. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Flughafen Wien. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Flughafen Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Flughafen Wien: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Flughafen Wien: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, Moxy Vienna Airport, LifeHotel Vienna Airport.
Getting to Wien Meidling Bahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Meidling Bahnhof is 4 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Meidling Bahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Meidling Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Meidlinger Markt, Gasthaus Tirolergarten
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rainers, Austria Trend Hotel Bosei, Hotel Fabrik.
Which Karlsruhe station do trains from Vienna 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.
Getting to Karlsruhe-Knielingen from Karlsruhe city centre
Karlsruhe-Knielingen is 4 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe-Knielingen train station facilities and services
Karlsruhe-Knielingen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Vesuvio, El Taco, Emily’s Thai Spezialitäten, Pizzeria Steinofen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe-Knielingen. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe-Knielingen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe-Knielingen. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe-Knielingen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe-Knielingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlsruhe-Knielingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlsruhe-Knielingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe-Knielingen.
Getting to Karlsruhe-Durlach from Karlsruhe city centre
Karlsruhe-Durlach is 5 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe-Durlach train station facilities and services
Karlsruhe-Durlach 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: Hubraum, Vogel Hausbräu Durlach, Asia Gourmet, Borsalino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlsruhe-Durlach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlsruhe-Durlach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Große Linde, Zum Erwin, Der Blaue Reiter.
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