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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe
Showing times and prices for Dec 22
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
224 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe without transferring at least once.
06:06AM3h45
Ingolstadt09:51AMKarlsruhe
$771One-way
1 transfer
08:06AM3h46
Ingolstadt11:52AMKarlsruhe
$771One-way
1 transfer
10:08AM3h44
Ingolstadt01:52PMKarlsruhe
$771One-way
1 transfer
12:08PM3h44
Ingolstadt03:52PMKarlsruhe
$771One-way
1 transfer
04:08PM3h44
Ingolstadt07:52PMKarlsruhe
$771One-way
1 transfer
06:10PM3h42
Ingolstadt09:52PMKarlsruhe
$771One-way
1 transfer
10:08AM3h44
Ingolstadt01:52PMKarlsruhe
$771One-way
1 transfer
12:08PM3h44
Ingolstadt03:52PMKarlsruhe
$771One-way
1 transfer
04:08PM3h44
Ingolstadt07:52PMKarlsruhe
$771One-way
1 transfer
06:06AM3h45
Ingolstadt09:51AMKarlsruhe
$771One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 139 miles (224 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€69 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe train times
The table below shows live departures for Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 4:56 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:06 AM Ingolstadt | 3h45 | 9:51 AM Karlsruhe | 1 transfer | |
| 8:06 AM Ingolstadt | 3h46 | 11:52 AM Karlsruhe | 1 transfer | |
| 10:08 AM Ingolstadt | 3h44 | 1:52 PM Karlsruhe | 1 transfer | |
| 12:08 PM Ingolstadt | 3h44 | 3:52 PM Karlsruhe | 1 transfer | |
| 4:08 PM Ingolstadt | 3h44 | 7:52 PM Karlsruhe | 1 transfer |
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Why should you book Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe trains with Omio?
Deutsche Bahn (IC,ICE) as well as agilis, Meridian and BOB & BRB offer trains services from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe.
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn (IC,ICE)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn (IC,ICE), but also compare tickets for the likes of agilis, Meridian and BOB & BRB to find the best option for your trip from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Deutsche Bahn (IC,ICE) tickets can be bought on Deutsche Bahn (IC,ICE)'s website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of agilis, Meridian and BOB & BRB to help you choose the right option for your journey from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe
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Trains from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (224 km) distance in 3h 42m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $26 (€21)
Distance 139 miles (224 km) |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 00:22 |
Last train 22:10 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $26 (€21)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, agilis, Meridian, BOB & BRB from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe trainsDeutsche Bahn, agilis, Meridian, BOB & BRB trains will get you between Ingolstadt and Karlsruhe from $26 (€21). 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 Duration
3h 53m
Cheapest Price
$50 (€40)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
4 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.
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.
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.
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
agilis
About
agilis is a railway company operating regional trains based in Regensburg in Bavaria since 2010. It operates in the German state of Bavaria connecting cities like Ulm, Ingolstadt, Regensburg and Plattling. They offer single tickets and comfortable trains with some popular routes covering Ulm to Regensburg, Neumarkt to Passau and Ingolstadt to Plattling.
Luggage & cancellation policy
agilis frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
Meridian, BOB & BRB
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 42m
Cheapest Price
$77 (€62)
Meridian, BOB & BRB frequency
5 a day
FAQs: Trains from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ingolstadt 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.
Train ticket prices from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $50 (€40), while the average price is around $86 (€69).
Two to three days are ideal to explore Karlsruhe's main attractions, including the Karlsruhe Palace, ZKM Center for Art and Media, and the Botanical Garden.
Yes, you can take the train from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe.
The cheapest way to get from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe is by bus, with a cost of around $26 (€21).
A day trip from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 42m. Trains operate 6 times per day over a distance of 139 miles (224 km).
The train from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe takes 3h 42m and runs 6 per day.
The train station in Ingolstadt that goes to Karlsruhe is Ingolstadt Hbf, which connects to Karlsruhe Hbf.
The distance by train from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe is 139 miles (224 km).
The first train from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe leaves at 12:22 AM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe.
The last train from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe leaves at 10:10 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe.
The train journey from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of Bavaria and the Swabian Jura, featuring rolling hills, quaint villages, and lush forests, providing a pleasant visual experience.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe
Ingolstadt
Karlsruhe
The major train station for departures in Ingolstadt is Ingolstadt Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ingolstadt Hbf for your trip from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 15:30
- Sunday: 11:00 - 17:00
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Nave Pizzaservice
- Pizzeria Romi
- China Restaurant Ten Eins
- Romeo e Giulietta
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Michelangelo
- Goldener Drache - Schnellrestaurant
- Our place
- Taj Mahal
Ingolstadt Audi
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Shell
- Café A51
- Betriebsgastronomie
- A51
The major train station for arrivals in Karlsruhe is Karlsruhe Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Karlsruhe Hbf for your journey to Karlsruhe from Ingolstadt.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Vinarte
- Am Tiergarten
- Panorama
- Alter Brauhof
Hotel
- Hotel Barbarossa
- Hotel Avisa
- Am Tiergarten
- Aparthotel Aijana
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 13:00
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- Hubraum
- Vogel Hausbräu Durlach
- Asia Gourmet
- Borsalino
Hotel
- Hotel Große Linde
- Zum Erwin
- Der Blaue Reiter
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