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Compare 3 ways to go from Karlsruhe to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Karlsruhe and Hamburg?
Karlsruhe
- ABahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - BHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe to Hamburg 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 Karlsruhe to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Hamburg start at $33. The average price for this train route is around $119. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Karlsruhe to Hamburg?
The average train trip from Karlsruhe to Hamburg takes 6h 5m and covers 520 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 44m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Karlsruhe to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Karlsruhe to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Karlsruhe to Hamburg departs at 6:37am. The latest train departs at 11:07pm.
What is the best train operator from Karlsruhe to Hamburg?
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 Karlsruhe to Hamburg?
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 Karlsruhe to Hamburg?
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 Karlsruhe to Hamburg?
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 Karlsruhe to Hamburg was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Karlsruhe to Hamburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $284 for a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-06.
