Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€14

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€21

Fastest journey on Sep 20

1 h 5 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

1 h 19 m

Trains on Sep 20

3

Distance

99 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.

Fast trains

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 3 trains from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf, including 3 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • FlixTrain
    1:21 PM1h05
    Darmstadt Hbf
    2:26 PMKarlsruhe Hbf
    €141One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixTrain
    3:40 PM1h47
    Darmstadt Hbf
    5:27 PMKarlsruhe Hbf
    €241One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixTrain
    12:21 PM1h05
    Darmstadt Hbf
    1:26 PMKarlsruhe Hbf
    €261One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, while a train costs an average of €39.

Distance: 61 miles (99 km)

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Driving

€39

Average price

€11

Average price

Cheapest

€16

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 30m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 27m

Average total duration

1h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 9m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf is a bus with an average price of €11.

This is compared to other travel options from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf:

A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf costing on average €39.

The fastest way to travel from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf is by train with an average journey time of 1h 30m.

Other travel options to Karlsruhe Hbf take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Darmstadt Hbf and Karlsruhe Hbf including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €39 compared to roughly €16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-22.84. The journey takes 1h 30m versus 1h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 791
On time
8:02 AM Darmstadt Hbf
1h17
9:19 AM Karlsruhe Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 117 · S3 · S31
On time
8:30 AM Darmstadt Hbf
1h42
10:12 AM Karlsruhe Hbf		2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn15309 · S38:34 AM Darmstadt Hbf
2h02
10:36 AM Karlsruhe Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4657 · S98:53 AM Darmstadt Hbf
1h55
10:48 AM Karlsruhe Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4656 · ICE 593 · ICE 2513
On time
9:07 AM Darmstadt Hbf
1h52
10:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf		2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn4659 · ICE 71
On time
9:53 AM Darmstadt Hbf
1h30
11:23 AM Karlsruhe Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4658 · ICE 2557
On time
10:07 AM Darmstadt Hbf
1h45
11:52 AM Karlsruhe Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn15310 · ICE 959010:30 AM Darmstadt Hbf
1h36
12:06 PM Karlsruhe Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn15313 · S310:34 AM Darmstadt Hbf
2h02
12:36 PM Karlsruhe Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 795
On time
12:02 PM Darmstadt Hbf
1h15
1:17 PM Karlsruhe Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn4662 · ICE 2559
On time
12:07 PM Darmstadt Hbf
1h45
1:52 PM Karlsruhe Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 211 · S3
On time
12:30 PM Darmstadt Hbf
1h30
2:00 PM Karlsruhe Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn15317 · S312:34 PM Darmstadt Hbf
2h02
2:36 PM Karlsruhe Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4665 · S912:53 PM Darmstadt Hbf
1h55
2:48 PM Karlsruhe Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4664 · ICE 597 · ICE 2517
On time
1:07 PM Darmstadt Hbf
1h52
2:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf		2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn15316+TGVTGV 9580
On time
1:30 PM Darmstadt Hbf
1h38
3:08 PM Karlsruhe Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4667 · ICE 73
On time
1:53 PM Darmstadt Hbf
1h30
3:23 PM Karlsruhe Hbf		1 transfer
FlixTrainFlixTrain2:21 PM Darmstadt Hbf
1h05
3:26 PM Karlsruhe Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1095 · S3
On time
2:30 PM Darmstadt Hbf
1h30
4:00 PM Karlsruhe Hbf		1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf

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Trains from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:21, the last at 12:21. The fastest train covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 57m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
61 miles (99 km)
Average train duration
1h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
57m
First train
12:21 PM
Last train
12:21 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, TGV from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, TGV trains will get you between Darmstadt Hbf and Karlsruhe Hbf from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
57m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€18
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixTrain Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest FlixTrain Price
€8
FlixTrain frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

TGV

About
TGV is a high-speed train company based in France. It operates a fleet of modern trains that can reach speeds of up to 320 km/h. The TGV offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, TGV InOui, and TGV OuiGo. Each train type provides different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. Ticket options include Standard, Flexi, and Prem’s. Onboard facilities feature a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. Popular TGV routes include Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TGV Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest TGV Price
€27
TGV frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 suitcase included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions and ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals and bar service, at-seat dining in first class
Seat reservation
Included in first class, optional fee in second class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Learn more about TGV

FAQs: Trains from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €8, while the average price is around €39.
The train from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf takes 57m and runs 10 per day.
The first train from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf leaves at 12:21 PM.
The distance by train from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf is 61 miles (99 km).
The last train from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf leaves at 12:21 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf.
Yes, there is a direct train from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf. This service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf is by train, with a cost of around €8.
The train journey from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Upper Rhine Plain, offering views of vineyards, charming villages, and the forested areas of the Odenwald and Black Forest regions, making it a scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf is feasible with a travel time of 57m and a distance of 61 miles (99 km). Trains run 9 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf.
Since both Darmstadt Hbf and Karlsruhe Hbf are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Karlsruhe Hbf include Strasbourg, Frankfurt am Main, Stuttgart, Freiburg im Breisgau, Mannheim.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf

Most Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf trains use the Darmstadt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Darmstadt Hbf and Karlsruhe Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Darmstadt
Arrival train stations in Karlsruhe
Darmstadt HbfDarmstadt Hbf, Am Hauptbahnhof 20, 64293 DarmstadtWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Darmstadt Hbf from Darmstadt city centre

Darmstadt Hbf is 1 km from Darmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS6, Re60, Rb68, Rb67 · 1h 3m · €27 · every ~9 min
BusAir · 1h 26m · every ~5 min
X15 · 1h 55m · every ~2 min
S8x, S9x, S8e · 2h 9m · every ~8 min

Darmstadt Hbf train station facilities and services

Darmstadt 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: McDonald's, Casa Algarve, Ristorante Mare e Monti, Rößler Eck

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Darmstadt Hbf. ATMs are available at Darmstadt Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Darmstadt Hbf. Information desks are available at Darmstadt Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Darmstadt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Darmstadt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Darmstadt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Darmstadt Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Aspire Victory.

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