The cheapest and fastest trains from Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Freiburg 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 Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 32 trains that leave Freiburg Hbf for Karlsruhe Hbf on Wed, Aug 05, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
IC 6040212:07 AM1h13Freiburg Hbf1:20 AMKarlsruhe Hbf€71One-way0 transfers
IC 6047011:00 PM1h14Freiburg Hbf12:14 AMKarlsruhe Hbf€71One-way0 transfers
ECE 87:27 AM1h06Freiburg Hbf8:33 AMKarlsruhe Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
ICE 2045:55 AM1h02Freiburg Hbf6:57 AMKarlsruhe Hbf€191One-way0 transfers
ICE 1007:55 PM1h02Freiburg Hbf8:57 PMKarlsruhe Hbf€191One-way0 transfers
ICE 37210:55 AM1h01Freiburg Hbf11:56 AMKarlsruhe Hbf€271One-way0 transfers
ICE 2746:55 PM1h01Freiburg Hbf7:56 PMKarlsruhe Hbf€191One-way0 transfers
ICE 3766:55 AM1h01Freiburg Hbf7:56 AMKarlsruhe Hbf€191One-way0 transfers
ICE 3748:55 AM1h01Freiburg Hbf9:56 AMKarlsruhe Hbf€201One-way0 transfers
ICE 2045:55 AM1h02Freiburg Hbf6:57 AMKarlsruhe Hbf€191One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
Trains from Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:27, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 3:27 AM |
Last train 11:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Live departures
Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60402 | Delayed 10:07 PM 12:07 AMFreiburg Hbf | 1h13 | 11:20 PM 11:20 PMKarlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
17100 · 4702 | 4:48 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h54 | 6:42 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 204 | 5:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h02 | 6:57 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
17102 · 4704 | 5:58 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h50 | 7:48 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 376 | 6:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h01 | 7:56 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 8 | 7:27 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h06 | 8:33 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 202 | 7:54 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h03 | 8:57 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
17106 · 4712 | 8:00 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h49 | 9:49 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 374 | 8:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h01 | 9:56 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
17110 · 4716 | 10:00 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h49 | 11:49 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 372 | On time 10:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h01 | 11:56 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
17112 · 4718 | 11:00 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h49 | 12:49 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 108 | On time 11:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h02 | 12:57 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
17114 · 4720 | 12:00 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h49 | 1:49 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 370 | 12:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h02 | 1:57 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
17116 · 4722 | 1:00 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h49 | 2:49 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 106 | 1:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h02 | 2:57 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
17118 · 4724 | 2:00 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h49 | 3:49 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ECE 150 | 4:24 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h05 | 5:29 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 276 | On time 4:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h02 | 5:57 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4748 | 5:17 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h32 | 6:49 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 102 | 5:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h02 | 6:57 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
17126 · 4734 | 6:00 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h49 | 7:49 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 274 | 6:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h01 | 7:56 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
17128 · 4736 | 7:00 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h49 | 8:49 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 100 | 7:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h02 | 8:57 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
17130 · 4738 | 8:00 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h49 | 9:49 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 272 | On time 8:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h01 | 9:56 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
17132 · 4740 | 9:00 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h49 | 10:49 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 60409 | On time 9:56 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h08 | 11:04 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 60470 | 11:00 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1h14 | 12:14 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
5338 · 4700 | 12:10 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h30 | 5:40 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Freiburg Hbf and Karlsruhe Hbf from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Freiburg 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
Most Freiburg Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf trains use the Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Freiburg Hbf and Karlsruhe Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre
Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf train station facilities and services
Freiburg(Breisgau) 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: Cafe Einstein, Pizzaria Picasso, Babeuf, Café Hermann
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. ATMs are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Information desks are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Minerva, Hotel Barbara, Parkhotel Post, Hotel Oberkirch.
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.
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