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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station
Cheapest price
$159
Average price
$159
Fastest journey
5 h 27 m
Average duration
5 h 29 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
521 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station will cost around $159 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $159.
Of the 2 trains that leave Karlsruhe Hbf for Berlin Südkreuz station on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 521 km distance in an average of 5 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 27 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 5 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.
FlixTrain10:26 AM5h27Karlsruhe Hbf3:53 PMBerlin Südkreuz station$1591One-way0 transfers- FlixTrain2:23 PM5h30Karlsruhe Hbf7:53 PMBerlin Südkreuz station$1591One-way0 transfers
- FlixTrain10:26 AM5h27Karlsruhe Hbf3:53 PMBerlin Südkreuz station$1591One-way0 transfers
- FlixTrain2:23 PM5h30Karlsruhe Hbf7:53 PMBerlin Südkreuz station$1591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 323 miles (521 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$90 Average price | $73 Average price Cheapest | $119 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 8m Average total duration Fastest 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 12m Average total duration 10h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station costing on average $90 (€74).
Other travel options to Berlin Südkreuz station take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 42m.
The journey is about 18m faster (5h 38m by train vs 5h 56m by car) and roughly $28 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($90 (€74) vs $119 (€97)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with FlixTrain, FlixTrain GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain | 10:26 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 5h27 | 3:53 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station
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Trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 13:23. The fastest train covers the 323 miles (521 km) distance in 5h 23m.
Distance 323 miles (521 km) |
Average train duration 5h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 23m |
First train 4:59 AM |
Last train 1:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixTrain GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixTrain GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Karlsruhe Hbf and Berlin Südkreuz station from $20 (€16). 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.
FlixTrain
FlixTrain GmbH
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station 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 Berlin Südkreuz station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station
Most Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Spandau. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe Hbf and Berlin Südkreuz station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Karlsruhe-Durlach from Karlsruhe city centre
Karlsruhe-Durlach is 5 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe-Durlach train station facilities and services
Karlsruhe-Durlach 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: Hubraum, Vogel Hausbräu Durlach, Asia Gourmet, Borsalino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlsruhe-Durlach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlsruhe-Durlach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Große Linde, Zum Erwin, Der Blaue Reiter.
Getting to Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld from Karlsruhe city centre
Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld is 5 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld train station facilities and services
Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld 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: Adler, Denkfabrik, Cafeteria, Asia Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Auerhahn.
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Getting to Berlin Südkreuz from Berlin city centre
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz train station facilities and services
Berlin Südkreuz 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: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
Getting to Berlin Spandau from Berlin city centre
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau train station facilities and services
Berlin Spandau 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: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
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