The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Karlsruhe Hbf
Cheapest price
$228
Average price
$228
Fastest journey
9 h 32 m
Average duration
9 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
494 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Santa Lucia 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 Venice Santa Lucia to Karlsruhe Hbf will cost around $228 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $228.
It's difficult to get from Venice Santa Lucia to Karlsruhe Hbf without transferring at least once.
7:57 AM9h32Venice Santa Lucia5:29 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$2281One-way1 transfer
7:57 AM9h32Venice Santa Lucia5:29 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$2281One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Venice Santa Lucia to Karlsruhe Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice Santa Lucia to Karlsruhe Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $67, and a train costs an average of $117.
Distance: 306 miles (494 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$188 Average price | $78 Average price Cheapest | $140 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 51m Average total duration Fastest 13h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 12m Average total duration 14h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Venice Santa Lucia to Karlsruhe Hbf:
A bus is $110 (€89) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Santa Lucia to Karlsruhe Hbf costing on average $188 (€152).
Other travel options to Karlsruhe Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 42m.
Tickets start at around $188 (€152) compared to roughly $140 (€113) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-48.40 (€-39.21). The journey takes 13h 21m versus 7h 39m 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
Venice Santa Lucia to Karlsruhe Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice Santa Lucia to Karlsruhe Hbf trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h32 | 5:29 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice Santa Lucia to Karlsruhe Hbf
Trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Karlsruhe Hbf run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $117 (€94) but you can travel from only $67 (€55) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 09:13, the last at 10:35. The fastest train covers the 306 miles (494 km) distance in 10h 17m.
Distance 306 miles (494 km) |
Average train duration 13h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $117 (€94) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 17m |
First train 9:13 AM |
Last train 10:35 AM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Italo from Venice Santa Lucia to Karlsruhe Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Italo trains will get you between Venice Santa Lucia and Karlsruhe Hbf from $67 (€55). 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.
Italo
FAQs: Trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Karlsruhe Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice Santa Lucia 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 Venice Santa Lucia to Karlsruhe Hbf
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- 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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