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Compare bus and train for Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 41 miles (67 km)
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1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
GermanyGermany
Trains from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (67 km) distance in 1h 13m.
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 $12 (€10)
Distance 41 miles (67 km) |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 23:01 |
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 $12 (€10)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Süwex, TGV INOUI from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Süwex, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Kaiserslautern Hbf and Karlsruhe Hbf from $12 (€10). 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
1h 13m
Cheapest Price
$21 (€17)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 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
TGV INOUI
About
SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a "Bistro TGV INOUI" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
$78 (€64)
TGV INOUI frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe
Seat reservation
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free
Quiet zone
Süwex
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
$38 (€31)
Süwex frequency
9 a day
FAQs: Trains from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kaiserslautern 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.
Train ticket prices from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $21 (€17), while the average price is around $48 (€40).
Yes, you can take the train from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf.
The distance by train from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf is 41 miles (67 km).
The cheapest way to get from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf is by bus, with a cost of around $12 (€10).
The first train from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf leaves at 5:11 AM.
The train from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf takes 1h 13m and runs 9 per day.
The last train from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf leaves at 11:01 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf.
Yes, there is a direct train from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf. This service operates 2 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
The train journey from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf offers scenic views of the Rhineland-Palatinate countryside, with rolling hills, lush forests, and charming villages along the way, enhancing the travel experience.
Yes, a day trip from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf is feasible. The journey takes 1h 13m and covers 41 miles (67 km). There are 9 trains per day.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
Kaiserslautern
Karlsruhe
The major train station for departures in Kaiserslautern is Kaiserslautern Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kaiserslautern Hbf for your trip from Kaiserslautern to Karlsruhe.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
Dining
- Antalya
- Orient Grill
- Öz-Firat Döner Haus
- San Marino
Hotel
- Hotel Altes Zollamt
- Zum deutschen Michel
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 Kaiserslautern.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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
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