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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity + S-Bahn | Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | ||||
| Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity + S-Bahn | Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Karlsruhe and Cologne?
Karlsruhe
- ABahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe to Cologne by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Karlsruhe to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Cologne start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £55. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Karlsruhe to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Karlsruhe to Cologne is 2h 18m, covering a distance of 149 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 57m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Karlsruhe to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 25 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn - SNCF.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Karlsruhe to Cologne?
The earliest train from Karlsruhe to Cologne departs at 06:51. And the latest train departs at 20:00.
Which is the best train operator from Karlsruhe to Cologne?
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 Cologne?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Karlsruhe to Cologne?
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 Cologne?
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 Cologne was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Karlsruhe to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £14 to £101 for a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-03.
