- Must visit
Badisches Landesmuseum
Major regional museum inside Karlsruhe Palace, with archaeology, applied arts, and cultural history collections.
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Karlsruhe will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
Of the 3 trains that leave Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport for Karlsruhe on Tue, Aug 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 25 the direct trains cover the 424 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .
On Tue, Aug 25 the slowest trains will take 4 h 23 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a train costs an average of $114.
Distance: 263 miles (424 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$158 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $157 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 25m Average total duration 11h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Karlsruhe:
A bus is $84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Karlsruhe costing on average $158.
Other travel options to Karlsruhe take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 55m.
You'll arrive about 2h 32m sooner (3h 4m by train vs 5h 36m by car). Tickets start at around $158 compared to roughly $157 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.
The table below shows live departures for Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Karlsruhe trains for today, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:01 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h23 | 12:24 PM Karlsruhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:29 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 2h56 | 7:25 PM Karlsruhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 25 | |||||
![]() | 7:01 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h23 | 11:24 AM Karlsruhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Karlsruhe run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $114 but you can travel from only $51 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 15:29. The fastest train covers the 263 miles (424 km) distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 263 miles (424 km) |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $114 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 7:00 AM |
Last train 3:29 PM |
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Discover the best of Karlsruhe — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Karlsruhe trip today.
Major regional museum inside Karlsruhe Palace, with archaeology, applied arts, and cultural history collections.
Leading center for art and media with exhibitions on digital culture, contemporary art, and immersive technology.
State art museum showing works from old masters to modern periods in a distinguished historic setting.
Grand central square lined with major buildings and the city pyramid, ideal for orientation and architecture.
Large landscaped park behind the palace with tree-lined paths, gardens, and space for relaxed walks.
Wooded hill and lookout area above Durlach, popular for walks, sunsets, and broad views of the Rhine plain.
A hearty Baden potato soup, often finished with cream and herbs. It is a regional comfort dish common across Baden homes and inns.
Thin pancakes sliced into strips and served in clear beef broth. Popular in Baden and Swabia, it is a classic starter in traditional restaurants.
Handmade egg noodles from nearby Swabian tradition, often served with cheese or lentils. Widely eaten in Karlsruhe and across Baden-Württemberg.
Michelin-starred fine dining with creative tasting menus and polished service. Best for a high-end meal showcasing modern German cuisine.
Traditional Baden restaurant in a historic setting, known for regional classics, seasonal menus, and a refined but welcoming atmosphere.
Established brewery venue serving house beers and hearty German dishes. Lively, casual atmosphere popular for local food and social evenings.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while transit is affordable and many casual meals stay reasonably priced.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Add about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
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Karlsruhe Hbf -> Marktplatz, Karlsruhe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Karlsruhe 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Karlsruhe trains use the Paris Gare de l'Est to Karlsruhe Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Use this guide to compare Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Karlsruhe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Karlsruhe Hbf is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Vinarte, Am Tiergarten, Panorama, Alter Brauhof
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Barbarossa, Hotel Avisa, Am Tiergarten, Aparthotel Aijana.
Karlsruhe-Durlach is 5 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe-Durlach 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 options include: Hubraum, Vogel Hausbräu Durlach, Asia Gourmet, Borsalino
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Karlsruhe-Durlach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlsruhe-Durlach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Große Linde, Zum Erwin, Der Blaue Reiter.
Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld is 5 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld 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 options include: Adler, Denkfabrik, Cafeteria, Asia Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld.
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld.
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld.
Nearby hotels include Auerhahn.
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