The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe to Hanover
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
6 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
386 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Hanover will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 5 trains that leave Karlsruhe for Hanover on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 386 km distance in an average of 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 15 h 2 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe to Hanover
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 239 miles (386 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€66 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Karlsruhe to Hanover train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Hanover trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 74 | Delayed 11:54 AM 11:51 AMKarlsruhe Hbf | 3h26 | 3:17 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 108 · ICE 1218+ erx 83474 | Delayed 12:02 PM 12:01 PMKarlsruhe Hbf | 4h09 | 4:10 PM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1576 · ICE 576 | On time 12:10 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 4h07 | 4:17 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1576 | On time 12:10 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 4h46 | 4:56 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 278 · ICE 1576 | On time 1:00 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3h56 | 4:56 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 72 | On time 1:51 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3h26 | 5:17 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
TGV 9583+ ICE 1594 | Delayed 1:59 PM 1:54 PMKarlsruhe Hbf | 4h08 | 6:02 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 106 · ICE 596 · ICE 1594 | On time 2:01 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 4h01 | 6:02 PM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
![]() | 6:51 AM Karlsruhe | 3h26 | 10:17 AM Hanover | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:23 AM Karlsruhe | 15h02 | 12:25 AM Hanover | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlsruhe to Hanover
Distance 239 miles (386 km) |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 00:29 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn from Karlsruhe to Hanover trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn trains will get you between Karlsruhe and Hanover from $24 (€20). 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.
Hessische Landesbahn
FAQs: Trains from Karlsruhe to Hanover

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlsruhe to Hanover
- Monday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 20:00
- Vinarte
- Am Tiergarten
- Panorama
- Alter Brauhof
- Hotel Barbarossa
- Hotel Avisa
- Am Tiergarten
- Aparthotel Aijana
- Monday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 13:00
- Hubraum
- Vogel Hausbräu Durlach
- Asia Gourmet
- Borsalino
- Hotel Große Linde
- Zum Erwin
- Der Blaue Reiter
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the main entrance.
- Balzac Coffee
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- asiahung
- Mr. CLOU
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Pizza Hut
- & many more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Grand Hotel Mussmann
- IntercityHotel Hannover
- Hotel Loccumer Hof
- Located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
- Öz Antalya Kebap
- Ricklinger Döner
- China-Imbiss Jasmin
- Coimbra
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