Hamburg to Karlsruhe train

Cheap train tickets from Hamburg to Karlsruhe

Showing times and prices for Mar 22

Cheapest

18

Average

39

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

Deutsche Bahn
09:28PMHamburg7h34 05:02AMKarlsruhe
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181One-way
Deutsche Bahn
07:01PMHamburg8h00 03:01AMKarlsruhe
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361One-way
Flixbus
02:01PMHamburg11h59 02:00AMKarlsruhe
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371One-way
Deutsche Bahn
06:24PMHamburg5h13 11:37PMKarlsruhe
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661One-way

Train schedule from Hamburg to Karlsruhe

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, March 22
Flixbus
02:01PMHamburg11h59 02:00AMKarlsruhe
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Deutsche Bahn
06:24PMHamburg5h13 11:37PMKarlsruhe
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Deutsche Bahn
07:01PMHamburg8h00 03:01AMKarlsruhe
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Deutsche Bahn
09:28PMHamburg7h34 05:02AMKarlsruhe
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Fastest train times from Hamburg to Karlsruhe

Showing times and prices for Mar 22

Fastest Journey

5 h 13 m

Average

8 h 11 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

521 km

Of the 4 trains that leave Hamburg for Karlsruhe every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Deutsche Bahn
06:24PMHamburg5h13 11:37PMKarlsruhe
0 transfers
661One-way
Deutsche Bahn
09:28PMHamburg7h34 05:02AMKarlsruhe
0 transfers
181One-way
Deutsche Bahn
07:01PMHamburg8h00 03:01AMKarlsruhe
0 transfers
361One-way
Flixbus
02:01PMHamburg11h59 02:00AMKarlsruhe
0 transfers
371One-way

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Overview: Train from Hamburg to Karlsruhe

distanceDistance322 miles (520 km)
durationAverage train duration8 h 53 min
priceAverage train ticket price$33 (€29)
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain companiesDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn with connection or FlixTrain

Trains from Hamburg to Karlsruhe cover the 322 miles (520 km) long route taking on average 8 h 53 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn with connection or FlixTrain. There are direct train services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $19 (€17), but the average price of train tickets is $33 (€29). Travelers depart most frequently from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Karlsruhe Hbf.

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Karlsruhe trains

Find the best trains from Hamburg to Karlsruhe with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn from $19 (€17). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

Deutsche Bahn

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40, 000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train between Hamburg and Karlsruhe. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Karlsruhe train information:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 34 min
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 13 a day

Train from Hamburg to Karlsruhe

Daily there are several Deutsche Bahn express trains on the Hamburg - Karlsruhe route. In about 4:45 hours the train arrives directly in the metropolis of Baden-Württemberg. In addition, numerous other connections with a one-off change in Frankfurt or Mannheim complete the connection. The journey time is somewhat longer.  

Which railway companies travel from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?

Deutsche Bahn offers all connections from Hamburg to Karlsruhe. Almost every day 13 ICs travel directly from Hamburg main station to Karlsruhe main station.

How long does the train journey from Hamburg to Karlsruhe take?

A direct journey from Hamburg to Karlsruhe by Deutsche Bahn takes almost 4:45 hours. With a stopover, the journey time from Hamburg to Karlsruhe is extended to around 5:45 hours

How often can you take the train from Hamburg to Karlsruhe?

There are 13 direct connections between Hamburg and Karlsruhe every day. There may be fewer direct connections on weekends, public holidays and holidays.

Stations on the route Hamburg - Karlsruhe? 

At which station does the train start in Hamburg? The train journey south starts at the main station. This can be reached by S-Bahn in 00:25 hours from the airport. At the entrances Glockengießerwall and Kirchenallee there are taxi stands.

At which station does the train arrive in Karlsruhe? Arrival takes place at the main station in Karlsruhe Südweststadt. The S-Bahn connects the station with cities like Bruchsal, Heidelberg and Ludwigshafen. The S-Bahn also runs within the city.

Travel Tips: Trains from Hamburg to Karlsruhe

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Karlsruhe easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hamburg to Karlsruhe.
FAQs
Train tickets between Hamburg and Karlsruhe for some dates and times can be found for as cheap as $19 (€17)  one way in the next 7 days.
The Hamburg to Karlsruhe train ticket price is on average $33 (€29)  if you are looking to book your tickets for this journey in the next week.
The train distance from Hamburg to Karlsruhe is around 322 miles (520 km).
On average the Hamburg to Karlsruhe train time is 8 h 53 min  covering the 322 miles (520 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

Some of the Hamburg train stations to Karlsruhe you can start your journey from include Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg-Altona and Hamburg-Harburg. Similarly, some of the arrival train stations in Karlsruhe include Karlsruhe Hbf, Karlsruhe-Durlach and Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld.

When traveling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Hamburg Hbf   and arriving in Karlsruhe Hbf.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Hamburg Hbf, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city center, and they get off the train at Karlsruhe Hbf, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city center.

For the route from Hamburg to Karlsruhe you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn with connection or FlixTrain. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Hamburg to Karlsruhe on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
You can take the earliest train from Hamburg to Karlsruhe at 9: 28 PM   or take the last train from Hamburg to Karlsruhe leaving at 9: 28 PM. Look for the latest Hamburg to Karlsruhe train schedules on Omio and book the best time to take the train for this trip.
If you buy a train ticket from Hamburg to Karlsruhe within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average $33 (€29) one way. However, we recommend booking your train in advance to get access to the best prices. Train tickets from Hamburg to Karlsruhe are generally on sale a few months before the planned departure date.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Hamburg
Karlsruhe
Hamburg Hbf is the most popular Hamburg railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Hamburg for your trip to Karlsruhe.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
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Phone Number
+49 4039184400
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 21: 30 | Sat - Sun: 08: 00 - 20: 15
Public transit options for Hamburg Hbf
U-Bahn lines: U1, U2, U3, U4
S-Bahn lines: S1, S2, S3, S11, S21, S31
Bus lines: 2, 5, 6, 16, 17, 19, 112, X35, 31, 37
Train lines: ICE, EC, IC, FLX, NJ, RE, RB, IRE
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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