The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Karlsruhe Hbf
Cheapest price
$113
Average price
$185
Fastest journey
11 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h 6 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
794 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen Central Station to Karlsruhe Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen Central Station to Karlsruhe Hbf will cost around $185 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $113.
It's difficult to get from Copenhagen Central Station to Karlsruhe Hbf without transferring at least once.
R 54533 · R 30040 · R 57137 · ICL 500398:45 AM14h04Copenhagen Central Station10:49 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$1131One-way7 transfers
RJ 385 · ECE 99:53 AM11h30Copenhagen Central Station9:23 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$1561One-way1 transfer
ECE 395 · ICE 7711:23 AM12h31Copenhagen Central Station11:54 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$1831One-way1 transfer
R 54243 · ECE 395 · ICE 7711:26 AM12h28Copenhagen Central Station11:54 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$1831One-way2 transfers
ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 7738:02 AM12h33Copenhagen Central Station8:35 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$1951One-way4 transfers
RJ 385 · ECE 99:53 AM11h30Copenhagen Central Station9:23 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$1561One-way1 transfer
RJ 385 · ECE 99:53 AM11h30Copenhagen Central Station9:23 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$2561One-way1 transfer
R 54243 · ECE 395 · ICE 7711:26 AM12h28Copenhagen Central Station11:54 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$1831One-way2 transfers
ECE 395 · ICE 7711:23 AM12h31Copenhagen Central Station11:54 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$1831One-way1 transfer
ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 7738:02 AM12h33Copenhagen Central Station8:35 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$1951One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Copenhagen Central Station to Karlsruhe Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen Central Station to Karlsruhe Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a train costs an average of $73.
Distance: 493 miles (794 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$106 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $247 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 34m Average total duration Fastest 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 25m Average total duration 17h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 57m 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 Copenhagen Central Station to Karlsruhe Hbf:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen Central Station to Karlsruhe Hbf costing on average $106 (€87).
Other travel options to Karlsruhe Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 17h 55m.
Tickets start at around $106 (€87) compared to roughly $247 (€203) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $141 (€116). The journey takes 11h 4m versus 10h 57m 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
Copenhagen Central Station to Karlsruhe Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen Central Station to Karlsruhe Hbf trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 773 | On time 8:02 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h33 | 8:35 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 773 | On time 8:02 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h57 | 8:59 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 5 transfers | |
R 54533 · R 30040 · R 57137 · ICL 50039 | 8:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 14h04 | 10:49 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 7 transfers | |
RJ 385 · ECE 9 | On time 9:53 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h30 | 9:23 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 385 · ECE 9 | On time 9:53 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h30 | 9:23 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICL 50039 · IC 5759 · 11175 · ICE 775 | 10:02 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h47 | 10:49 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ECE 395 · ICE 77 | Delayed 11:23 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h31 | 10:13 PM 10:13 PMKarlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
R 54243 · ECE 395 · ICE 77 | Delayed 11:26 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h28 | 10:13 PM 10:13 PMKarlsruhe Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen Central Station to Karlsruhe Hbf
Trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Karlsruhe Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€60) but you can travel from only $58 (€47) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:52, the last at 13:22. The fastest train covers the 493 miles (794 km) distance in 11h 1m.
Distance 493 miles (794 km) |
Average train duration 11h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€60) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 11h 1m |
First train 6:52 AM |
Last train 1:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) from Copenhagen Central Station to Karlsruhe Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Copenhagen Central Station and Karlsruhe Hbf from $58 (€47). 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.
Danish Railways (DSB)
FAQs: Trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Karlsruhe Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen Central Station to Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Copenhagen Central Station to Karlsruhe Hbf
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- 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
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