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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt South station
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€12
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€30
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 26 m
Trains on Sep 17
8
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt South 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 South station will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 8 trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt South station, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 125 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
FlixTrain2:23 PM1h32Karlsruhe Hbf3:55 PMFrankfurt South station€121One-way0 transfers
ICE 79810:40 AM1h35Karlsruhe Hbf12:15 PMFrankfurt South station€221One-way0 transfers- ICE 74 · 1551410:37 AM1h18Karlsruhe Hbf11:55 AMFrankfurt South station€301One-way1 transfer
- ICE 200 · ICE 690 · 451410:59 AM1h31Karlsruhe Hbf12:30 PMFrankfurt South station€321One-way2 transfers
- ECE 8 · 155108:37 AM1h18Karlsruhe Hbf9:55 AMFrankfurt South station€341One-way1 transfer
- ICE 74 · 1551410:37 AM1h18Karlsruhe Hbf11:55 AMFrankfurt South station€301One-way1 transfer
- ECE 8 · 155108:37 AM1h18Karlsruhe Hbf9:55 AMFrankfurt South station€341One-way1 transfer
- ICE 374 · 45129:59 AM1h31Karlsruhe Hbf11:30 AMFrankfurt South station€381One-way1 transfer
- ICE 200 · ICE 690 · 451410:59 AM1h31Karlsruhe Hbf12:30 PMFrankfurt South station€321One-way2 transfers
- ICE 202 · ICE 692 · 45108:59 AM1h31Karlsruhe Hbf10:30 AMFrankfurt South station€381One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt South station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt South station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, while a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 77 miles (125 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€28 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m 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 Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt South station:
A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt South station costing on average €28.
Other travel options to Frankfurt South station take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 24m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 22m by train vs 1h 23m by car). Tickets start at around €28 compared to roughly €21 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 FlixTrain, 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
Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt South station train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt South station trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 376 · 4508 | On time 7:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h31 | 9:30 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ECE 8 · 15510 | On time 8:37 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h18 | 9:55 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 202 · ICE 692 · 4510 | On time 8:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h31 | 10:30 AM Frankfurt South station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 374 · 4512 | On time 9:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h31 | 11:30 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 74 · 15514 | On time 10:37 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h18 | 11:55 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 798 | On time 10:40 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h35 | 12:15 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 200 · ICE 690 · 4514 | On time 10:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h31 | 12:30 PM Frankfurt South station | 2 transfers | |
| FlixTrain | 2:23 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h32 | 3:55 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt South station
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Trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt South station run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 21:09. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (125 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 77 miles (125 km) |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 4:37 AM |
Last train 9:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, TGV from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt South station trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, TGV trains will get you between Karlsruhe Hbf and Frankfurt South 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
TGV
FAQs: Trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt South station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt South 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 South station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt South station
Most Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt South station trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe Hbf and Frankfurt South 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 (Main) Süd from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Süd 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: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
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