The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$124
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
388 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover 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 Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf will cost around $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 23 trains that leave Hanover Hbf for Karlsruhe Hbf on Fri, Jun 19, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 388 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 30 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.
ICE 79 · IC 60403+
150239:54 PM6h36Hanover Hbf4:30 AMKarlsruhe Hbf$601One-way2 transfers
ICE 79 · 15573 · S9+
150239:54 PM6h14Hanover Hbf4:08 AMKarlsruhe Hbf$601One-way3 transfers
ICE 777 · S38:53 PM6h28Hanover Hbf3:21 AMKarlsruhe Hbf$731One-way1 transfer
ICE 16712:19 PM5h01Hanover Hbf7:20 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$851One-way0 transfers
ICE 15736:19 AM5h00Hanover Hbf11:19 AMKarlsruhe Hbf$851One-way0 transfers
ICE 7311:53 AM3h30Hanover Hbf3:23 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$1711One-way0 transfers
ECE 59:53 AM3h30Hanover Hbf1:23 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$1711One-way0 transfers
ICE 71:53 PM3h30Hanover Hbf5:23 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$1291One-way0 transfers
ICE 753:53 PM3h30Hanover Hbf7:23 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$1291One-way0 transfers
ECE 95:53 PM3h30Hanover Hbf9:23 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$1221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 241 miles (388 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$92 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf:
A bus is $49 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf costing on average $92 (€75).
Other travel options to Karlsruhe Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 3m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (4h 11m by train vs 4h 21m by car). Tickets start at around $92 (€75) compared to roughly $86 (€71) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1271 · ICE 277 | On time 5:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 4h06 | 9:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1573 | On time 6:19 AM Hanover Hbf | 5h00 | 11:19 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 573 · ICE 103 | On time 6:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 4h06 | 10:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 71 | On time 7:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h30 | 11:23 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 575 · ICE 105 | On time 8:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 4h06 | 12:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ECE 5 | On time 9:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h30 | 1:23 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1577 | On time 10:19 AM Hanover Hbf | 5h00 | 3:19 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 577 · ICE 107 | On time 10:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 4h06 | 2:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 73 | On time 11:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h30 | 3:23 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 579 · ICE 109 | On time 12:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 4h06 | 4:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 7 | On time 1:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 3h30 | 5:23 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1671 | On time 2:19 PM Hanover Hbf | 5h01 | 7:20 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 771 · IC 1946 | On time 2:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 3h41 | 6:34 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 75 | On time 3:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 3h30 | 7:23 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 773 · IC 1948 | On time 4:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 3h42 | 8:35 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 773 · ICE 693 · ICE 203 | On time 4:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 4h06 | 8:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ECE 9 | On time 5:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 3h30 | 9:23 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 775 · 15997 | On time 6:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 3h56 | 10:49 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 77 | Delayed 7:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 4h01 | 10:13 PM 10:13 PMKarlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 685 · ICE 937 · 15341 · S3 | On time 8:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 6h02 | 2:29 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 777 · S3 | On time 8:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 6h28 | 3:21 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 79+ 15023+ IC 60403 | On time 9:54 PM Hanover Hbf | 6h36 | 4:30 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 79 · 15573 · S9+ 15023 | On time 9:54 PM Hanover Hbf | 6h14 | 4:08 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
Trains from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:15, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 241 miles (388 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 241 miles (388 km) |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 2:15 AM |
Last train 7:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hanover Hbf and Karlsruhe Hbf from $22 (€18). 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)
FAQs: Trains from Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover 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 Hanover Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- Luggage lockers are located near the main entrance
- Balzac Coffee
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- asiahung
- Mr. CLOU
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Pizza Hut
- & many more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
- Grand Hotel Mussmann
- IntercityHotel Hannover
- Hotel Loccumer Hof
- Located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office
- Monday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 20:00
- Vinarte
- Am Tiergarten
- Panorama
- Alter Brauhof
- Hotel Barbarossa
- Hotel Avisa
- Am Tiergarten
- Aparthotel Aijana
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