- Must visit
Kunstpalast
Leading contemporary art museum in Ehrenhof. It is essential for modern and postwar art, with major temporary exhibitions and strong collections.
Cheapest price on Sep 08
€19
Average ticket price on Sep 08
€36
Fastest journey on Sep 08
2 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
2 h 19 m
Trains on Sep 08
20
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 20 trains from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct trains cover the 272 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 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.
FlixTrain · FlixTrain
ICE 376 · IC 2049 · ICE 202
ECE 8 · ICE 1012 · ICE 1020
ICE 374 · IC 2047 · ICE 200
ICE 74 · ICE 1010 · ICE 926
ECE 8 · ICE 1012
ICE 74 · ICE 1010
ICE 6 · ICE 918
ICE 72 · ICE 916
ICE 374 · ICE 612 · ICE 1020Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, while a train costs an average of €78.
Distance: 169 miles (272 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€78 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Düsseldorf:
A bus is €47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf costing on average €78.
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 40m.
You'll arrive about 56m sooner (2h 55m by train vs 3h 51m by car). Tickets start at around €78 compared to roughly €51 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 Intercity (DB IC).
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 Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 376 · IC 2049 · ICE 202 | On time 7:59 AM Karlsruhe | 3h33 | 11:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 376 · ICE 614 · ICE 1022 | On time 7:59 AM Karlsruhe | 2h36 | 10:35 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ECE 8 · ICE 1012 · ICE 1020 | On time 8:37 AM Karlsruhe | 3h53 | 12:30 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ECE 8 · ICE 1012 | On time 8:37 AM Karlsruhe | 2h16 | 10:53 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 202 | On time 8:59 AM Karlsruhe | 2h33 | 11:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 374 · IC 2047 · ICE 200 | On time 9:59 AM Karlsruhe | 3h33 | 1:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 374 · ICE 612 · ICE 1020 | On time 9:59 AM Karlsruhe | 2h31 | 12:30 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 10:26 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 10h59 | 9:25 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 74 · ICE 1010 · ICE 926 | On time 10:37 AM Karlsruhe | 3h55 | 2:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 74 · ICE 1010 | On time 10:37 AM Karlsruhe | 2h16 | 12:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 200 | On time 10:59 AM Karlsruhe | 2h33 | 1:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 372 · IC 2045 · ICE 108 | On time 11:59 AM Karlsruhe | 3h33 | 3:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 372 · ICE 610 · ICE 926 | On time 11:59 AM Karlsruhe | 2h33 | 2:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 6 · ICE 918 | On time 12:37 PM Karlsruhe | 2h16 | 2:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 6 · ICE 918 · ICE 228 | On time 12:37 PM Karlsruhe | 3h55 | 4:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 108 | On time 12:59 PM Karlsruhe | 2h33 | 3:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 9591 · ICE 628 | Delayed 12:14 PM 1:54 PMKarlsruhe | 2h46 | 4:40 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 370 · ICE 518 · ICE 228 | On time 1:59 PM Karlsruhe | 2h33 | 4:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 370 · ICE 2012 · ICE 106 | On time 1:59 PM Karlsruhe | 3h33 | 5:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 72 · ICE 916 | On time 2:37 PM Karlsruhe | 2h16 | 4:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 169 miles (272 km) distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 169 miles (272 km) |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Discover the best of Düsseldorf — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Düsseldorf trip today.
Leading contemporary art museum in Ehrenhof. It is essential for modern and postwar art, with major temporary exhibitions and strong collections.
Major state art collection focused on twentieth-century masters. It is a top stop for Klee, Picasso, and European modernism.
Underground exhibition building in Grabbeplatz for postwar and contemporary art. It is known for ambitious rotating international shows.
The historic old town with lanes, churches, and squares near the Rhine. It is the classic place to experience Düsseldorf’s heritage on foot.
Elegant boulevard known for luxury shopping, canal views, and city prestige. It is Düsseldorf’s signature street and a classic urban promenade.
Wide Rhine riverside walk with skyline views, steps, and event spaces. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and sunset photos.
Marinated herring fillets in a creamy sour sauce, often served with apples, onions and potatoes. A classic Rhineland tavern dish.
Slow-cooked beef roast in a dark sweet-sour gravy with raisins and beet syrup. One of the Rhineland’s most traditional celebratory dishes.
Black pudding from the Rhineland, usually pan-fried and served with mashed potatoes, sauerkraut or onions. A deeply local comfort food.
Refined fine-dining restaurant with modern French-influenced cuisine, elegant service and one of Düsseldorf’s top gastronomic reputations.
Traditional brewery restaurant famous for Füchschen Alt and robust Düsseldorf specialties in a convivial local setting.
Historic Altstadt brewery serving fresh Altbier and classic Rhineland dishes in a lively, traditional beer-hall setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey during fairs, but dining and local transit are manageable for most tourists.
Service is usually not included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Karlsruhe to Düsseldorf trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe and Düsseldorf 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 West is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe West 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: Beim Schupi, Rosenstüble 2.0, Saloniki, Rote Taube
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe West. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe West.
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe West. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe West.
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Karlsruhe West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlsruhe West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe West.
Nearby hotels include Beim Schupi.
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.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen 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: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
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