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Karlsruhe to Oberhausen train with Deutsche Bahn
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe to Oberhausen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Oberhausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. 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 train costs an average of $53, and a bus costs an average of $63.
Distance: 184 miles (297 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$94 Average price Cheapest | $107 Average price | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 8m Average total duration 15h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe to Oberhausen:
A train is $13 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Karlsruhe to Oberhausen costing on average $107 (€88).
Other travel options to Oberhausen take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 38m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (4h 0m by train vs 4h 15m by car). Tickets start at around $94 (€77) compared to roughly $66 (€54) 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 Deutsche Bahn.
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 to Oberhausen train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Oberhausen trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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.png) | 6:59 AM Karlsruhe | 3h16 | 10:15 AM Oberhausen | 1 transfer | |
| 8:59 AM Karlsruhe | 3h16 | 12:15 PM Oberhausen | 1 transfer | |
| 10:59 AM Karlsruhe | 3h16 | 2:15 PM Oberhausen | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlsruhe to Oberhausen
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Trains from Karlsruhe to Oberhausen run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€44) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 184 miles (297 km) distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 184 miles (297 km) |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€44) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 4h 25m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Karlsruhe to Oberhausen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Karlsruhe and Oberhausen from $53 (€44). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Karlsruhe to Oberhausen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Oberhausen 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 Oberhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlsruhe to Oberhausen
Most Karlsruhe to Oberhausen trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Oberhausen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe and Oberhausen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Karlsruhe station do trains to Oberhausen leave from?
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.
Which Oberhausen station do trains from Karlsruhe arrive at?
Getting to Oberhausen Hbf from Oberhausen city centre
Oberhausen Hbf is 1 km from Oberhausen city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Oberhausen Hbf train station facilities and services
Oberhausen 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: Pizzarello, McDonald's, Subway, Lux
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen Hbf. ATMs are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen Hbf. Information desks are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oberhausen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oberhausen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Akzent, Garni, Hotel Residenz Oberhausen.
Getting to Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd from Oberhausen city centre
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd is 1 km from Oberhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd train station facilities and services
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pizza Nizza, Mandarin China-Spezialitäten, Teatro, Franziskaner
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. ATMs are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Information desks are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Getting to Oberhausen-Sterkrade from Oberhausen city centre
Oberhausen-Sterkrade is 2 km from Oberhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberhausen-Sterkrade train station facilities and services
Oberhausen-Sterkrade 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: Pizzeria Napoli, Balcanico, Da Vito, Friet-van-Piet
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade. ATMs are available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade. Information desks are available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Zum weißen Hirsch, Gasthof Harlos.
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