The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Airport long-distance 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 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 9 trains that leave Karlsruhe Hbf for Frankfurt Airport long-distance station on Wed, Aug 05, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.
12:24 AM1h31Karlsruhe Hbf1:55 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€211One-way0 transfers
11:37 AM1h01Karlsruhe Hbf12:38 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€221One-way0 transfers
4:59 AM1h09Karlsruhe Hbf6:08 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€261One-way0 transfers
8:37 AM1h01Karlsruhe Hbf9:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€291One-way0 transfers
6:59 PM1h09Karlsruhe Hbf8:08 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€411One-way0 transfers
3:37 PM1h01Karlsruhe Hbf4:38 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€441One-way0 transfers
11:37 AM1h01Karlsruhe Hbf12:38 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€221One-way0 transfers
9:37 AM1h01Karlsruhe Hbf10:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€461One-way0 transfers
8:37 AM1h01Karlsruhe Hbf9:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€291One-way0 transfers
4:59 AM1h09Karlsruhe Hbf6:08 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Airport long-distance station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€32 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Airport long-distance station:
A bus is €23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Airport long-distance station costing on average €32.
Other travel options to Frankfurt Airport long-distance station take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 9m.
Tickets start at around €32 compared to roughly €20 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-11.79. The journey takes 1h 25m versus 1h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Airport long-distance station train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Airport long-distance station trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:37 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h01 | 5:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h09 | 6:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:37 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h01 | 8:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h09 | 9:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h09 | 10:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h09 | 11:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 12:24 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h31 | 1:55 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
Trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Airport long-distance station run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Airport long-distance station trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Karlsruhe Hbf and Frankfurt Airport long-distance station from €6. 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
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Airport long-distance 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 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
Most Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Airport long-distance station trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe Hbf and Frankfurt Airport long-distance 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 Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
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