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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€18
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€24
Fastest journey on Sep 18
36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
40 m
Trains on Sep 18
21
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf 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 Stuttgart Hbf will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 21 trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf, including 21 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 46 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.
IC 20679:06 AM0h57Karlsruhe Hbf10:03 AMStuttgart Hbf€181One-way0 transfers- IC 206911:06 AM0h56Karlsruhe Hbf12:02 PMStuttgart Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
- ICE 226711:22 AM0h57Karlsruhe Hbf12:19 PMStuttgart Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
- ICE 95731:27 PM0h47Karlsruhe Hbf2:14 PMStuttgart Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
- IC 21611:06 PM0h52Karlsruhe Hbf1:58 PMStuttgart Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
TGV 95719:28 AM0h36Karlsruhe Hbf10:04 AMStuttgart Hbf€201One-way0 transfers- TGV 95776:27 PM0h37Karlsruhe Hbf7:04 PMStuttgart Hbf€401One-way0 transfers
- ICE 2678:05 AM0h40Karlsruhe Hbf8:45 AMStuttgart Hbf€301One-way0 transfers
- ICE 56512:05 PM0h40Karlsruhe Hbf12:45 PMStuttgart Hbf€261One-way0 transfers
- ICE 10696:05 PM0h46Karlsruhe Hbf6:51 PMStuttgart Hbf€191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€23 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m 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 Stuttgart Hbf:
A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf costing on average €23.
Other travel options to Stuttgart Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 5m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (52m by train vs 1h 4m by car). Tickets start at around €23 compared to roughly €12 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 Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg GmbH, 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 Stuttgart Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 9573 | Delayed 12:00 PM 1:27 PMKarlsruhe Hbf | 0h47 | 12:38 PM 12:38 PMStuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 567 | On time 2:05 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h40 | 2:45 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19679 | 2:06 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h53 | 2:59 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19019 | 2:32 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h56 | 3:28 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2163 | On time 3:06 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h57 | 4:03 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19021 | 3:32 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h55 | 4:27 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 569 | On time 4:05 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h40 | 4:45 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TGV 9575 | Delayed 2:59 PM 4:27 PMKarlsruhe Hbf | 0h47 | 3:40 PM 3:40 PMStuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| ICE 267 | 8:05 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h40 | 8:45 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19673 | 8:06 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h53 | 8:59 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19007 | 8:32 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h55 | 9:27 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2067 | On time 9:06 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h57 | 10:03 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TGV 9571 | Delayed 7:35 AM 9:28 AMKarlsruhe Hbf | 0h36 | 8:17 AM 8:17 AMStuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19009 | 9:32 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h55 | 10:27 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19675 | 10:06 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h53 | 10:59 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19011 | 10:32 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h56 | 11:28 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2069 | On time 11:06 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h56 | 12:02 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 2267 | 11:22 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h57 | 12:19 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19013 | 11:32 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h55 | 12:27 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 565 | 12:05 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h40 | 12:45 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19677 | 12:06 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h53 | 12:59 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19015 | 12:32 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h56 | 1:28 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2161 | On time 1:06 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0h52 | 1:58 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
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Trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:59, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 36m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 3:59 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV trains will get you between Karlsruhe Hbf and Stuttgart Hbf from €5. 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.
TGV
FAQs: Trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
Most Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe Hbf and Stuttgart Hbf 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 Stuttgart Hbf from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart Hbf train station facilities and services
Stuttgart 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: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
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