Karlsruhe to Aarau train with Deutsche Bahn (EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe to Aarau

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

$101

Average price

$101

Fastest journey

2 h 30 m

Average duration

2 h 54 m

Trains per day

Distance

181 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Aarau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Aarau will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Karlsruhe to Aarau without transferring at least once.

07:59AM3h21

Karlsruhe

11:20AMAarau

$1011One-way

1 transfer

09:59AM3h21

Karlsruhe

01:20PMAarau

$1011One-way

1 transfer

11:50AM2h30

Karlsruhe

02:20PMAarau

$1011One-way

1 transfer

11:59AM3h21

Karlsruhe

03:20PMAarau

$1011One-way

1 transfer

01:49PM2h31

Karlsruhe

04:20PMAarau

$1011One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe to Aarau

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Aarau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m.

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Most popular Train	Bus
€45 Average price	€17 Average price Cheapest
3h 8m Average duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 40m Average duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Karlsruhe to Aarau train times

Showing trains for today, Friday, June 20

Last updated at 5:43 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
ICE 5 · IC 965 · RE 4767	Delayed 6:26 AM 5:59 AMKarlsruhe Hbf	2h45	8:44 AM Aarau station	2 transfers
ICE 5 · IR 2267	Delayed 6:26 AM 5:59 AMKarlsruhe Hbf	3h21	9:20 AM Aarau station	1 transfer
ECE 151 · IC 671 · RE 4769	On time 7:11 AM Karlsruhe Hbf	2h33	9:44 AM Aarau station	2 transfers
ECE 151 · IR 2269	On time 7:11 AM Karlsruhe Hbf	3h09	10:20 AM Aarau station	1 transfer
ICE 275 · RE 4771	On time 7:59 AM Karlsruhe Hbf	2h45	10:44 AM Aarau station	1 transfer
ICE 103 · IC 675 · RE 4773	On time 9:00 AM Karlsruhe Hbf	2h44	11:44 AM Aarau station	2 transfers
ICE 71 · IC 623 · IR 2175	Delayed 9:13 AM 9:11 AMKarlsruhe Hbf	3h00	12:11 PM Aarau station	2 transfers
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Overview: Train from Karlsruhe to Aarau

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Switzerland

Trains from Karlsruhe to Aarau run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

112 miles (181 km)

Average train duration

2h 38m

Cheapest ticket price

$15 (€12)

Trains per day

Fastest train

1h 47m

First train

00:36

Last train

22:13

Price information

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Karlsruhe to Aarau trains

Deutsche Bahn trains will get you from Karlsruhe to Aarau from $33 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Karlsruhe to Aarau train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 2 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: $33
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 14 a day

FAQs: Trains from Karlsruhe to Aarau

FAQs: Travel by train from Karlsruhe to Aarau easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Karlsruhe to Aarau.

Cheap train tickets from Karlsruhe to Aarau can start from as little as $42 (€34) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Karlsruhe to Aarau is $42 (€34); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Karlsruhe to Aarau is 3 h 9 min to travel the 112 mile (181 km) long trip, with around there are 14 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Karlsruhe to Aarau leaves at 12: 36 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Karlsruhe to Aarau leaves at 10: 13 PM.

There are 14 trains a day from Karlsruhe to Aarau which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Karlsruhe to Aarau train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Aarau from Karlsruhe to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 13 PM.

A trip to Aarau from Karlsruhe is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 9 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Karlsruhe to Aarau is April.

Yes, you can take a train between Karlsruhe and Aarau.