Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | ZOB am Hbf | Karlsruhe Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Express | Duesseldorf Central | Karlsruhe Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Express | Duesseldorf Central | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | |||||
 | Duesseldorf Central | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Duesseldorf Central | Karlsruhe Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Düsseldorf and Karlsruhe?
Düsseldorf
- AKonrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
- BFernbusbahnhof/Hbf Worringer Str. 140, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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Duesseldorf Airport
Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany
Karlsruhe
- ABahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe start at $33. The average price for this train route is around $107. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe?
The average train trip from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe takes 2h 54m and covers 273 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 29 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe?
The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe departs at 6:04am. The latest train departs at 9:03pm.
What is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $34To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $34 to $269 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-12-11.
