The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Venice Santa Lucia
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€183
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€183
Fastest journey on Sep 19
10 h 19 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
10 h 20 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
494 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Venice Santa Lucia 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 Venice Santa Lucia will cost around €183 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €183.
It's difficult to get from Karlsruhe Hbf to Venice Santa Lucia without transferring at least once.
ICE 267 · RJ 858:05 AM10h20Karlsruhe Hbf6:25 PMVenice Santa Lucia€1831One-way1 transfer
19673 · ICE 591 · RJ 858:06 AM10h19Karlsruhe Hbf6:25 PMVenice Santa Lucia€1831One-way2 transfers
19673 · ICE 591 · RJ 858:06 AM10h19Karlsruhe Hbf6:25 PMVenice Santa Lucia€1831One-way2 transfers
ICE 267 · RJ 858:05 AM10h20Karlsruhe Hbf6:25 PMVenice Santa Lucia€1831One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe Hbf to Venice Santa Lucia
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe Hbf to Venice Santa Lucia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €56 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 10h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €56, while a bus costs an average of €72.
Distance: 306 miles (494 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€56 Average price Cheapest | €72 Average price | €114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 19m Average total duration Fastest 9h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 16m Average total duration 12h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m 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 Venice Santa Lucia:
A train is €16 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Karlsruhe Hbf to Venice Santa Lucia costing on average €72.
Other travel options to Venice Santa Lucia take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 46m.
Tickets start at around €56 compared to roughly €114 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €58. The journey takes 9h 49m versus 7h 49m 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 Venice Santa Lucia train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe Hbf to Venice Santa Lucia trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 267 · RJ 85 | On time 8:05 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 10h20 | 6:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
19673 · ICE 591 · RJ 85 | On time 8:06 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 10h19 | 6:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Venice Santa Lucia
Trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Venice Santa Lucia run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:05, the last at 18:05. The fastest train covers the 306 miles (494 km) distance in 9h 37m.
Distance 306 miles (494 km) |
Average train duration 9h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 37m |
First train 8:05 AM |
Last train 6:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Karlsruhe Hbf to Venice Santa Lucia trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Karlsruhe Hbf and Venice Santa Lucia from €10. 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.
FAQs: Trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Venice Santa Lucia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe Hbf to Venice Santa Lucia 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 Venice Santa Lucia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlsruhe Hbf to Venice Santa Lucia
Most Karlsruhe Hbf to Venice Santa Lucia trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Venezia Santa Lucia station pair. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe Hbf and Venice Santa Lucia 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 Venezia Santa Lucia from Venice city centre
Venezia Santa Lucia train station facilities and services
Venezia Santa Lucia 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: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
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