The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Karlsruhe Hbf
Cheapest price
$194
Average price
$194
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
441 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Paris Gare de Lyon to Karlsruhe Hbf will cost around $194 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $194.
Of the 1 trains that leave Paris Gare de Lyon for Karlsruhe Hbf on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 441 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 31 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.
8:53 AM2h31Paris Gare de Lyon11:24 AMKarlsruhe Hbf$1941One-way0 transfers
8:53 AM2h31Paris Gare de Lyon11:24 AMKarlsruhe Hbf$1941One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Paris Gare de Lyon to Karlsruhe Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de Lyon to Karlsruhe Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $137.
Distance: 274 miles (441 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$165 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $159 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m 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 Paris Gare de Lyon to Karlsruhe Hbf:
A bus is $121 (€99) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Karlsruhe Hbf costing on average $165 (€136).
Other travel options to Karlsruhe Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 17m.
You'll arrive about 2h 29m sooner (2h 38m by train vs 5h 7m by car). Tickets start at around $165 (€136) compared to roughly $159 (€131) 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 TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI.
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
Paris Gare de Lyon to Karlsruhe Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de Lyon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:53 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h31 | 11:24 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Karlsruhe Hbf
Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Karlsruhe Hbf run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $137 (€112) but you can travel from only $25 (€21) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:53, the last at 16:53. The fastest train covers the 274 miles (441 km) distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 274 miles (441 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $137 (€112) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 8:53 AM |
Last train 4:53 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Paris Gare de Lyon to Karlsruhe Hbf trainsTGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Paris Gare de Lyon and Karlsruhe Hbf from $25 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF | TGV INOUI
FAQs: Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Karlsruhe Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Paris Gare de Lyon to Karlsruhe Hbf
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
- 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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