How much does a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main cost?

The average train ticket price from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main is £27. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main?

A train trip between Karlsruhe and Frankfurt am Main is around 1h 24m, although the fastest train will take about 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 78 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Karlsruhe and Frankfurt am Main?

The number of trains from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 41. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main?

When taking the train from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main?

Trains travelling between Karlsruhe and Frankfurt am Main leave from Karlsruhe Hbf or Südseite Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Frankfurt Airport, Südbahnhof.

Train Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main from £7 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	09:30	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 37m	11:07	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	06:51	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 3m	07:54	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	Fastest
	Train	06:51	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 3m	07:54	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	07:01	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 34m	08:35	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
S-Bahn + Regional-Express + Regionalbahn	Train	07:24	Karlsruhe Hbf	2h 35m	09:59	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:51	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 19m	08:10	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	Cheapest
	Train	07:01	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 7m	08:08	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	Train	06:51	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 19m	08:10	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	08:00	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 35m	09:35	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	06:51	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 19m	08:10	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:00	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 8m	19:08	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	12:51	Karlsruhe Hbf	59m	13:50	Frankfurt Süd	Fastest
	Train	09:30	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 37m	11:07	Südbahnhof	No tags
Regional-Express + Regionalbahn	Train	06:32	Karlsruhe Hbf	2h 27m	08:59	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	06:51	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 29m	08:20	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:51	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 1m	07:52	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	06:51	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 18m	08:09	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
S-Bahn + Regional-Express + Regionalbahn	Train	07:24	Karlsruhe Hbf	2h 35m	09:59	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	06:51	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 1m	07:52	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	06:51	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 18m	08:09	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:23	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 45m	13:08	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	06:51	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 1m	07:52	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	06:51	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 18m	08:09	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
S-Bahn + Regional-Express + Regionalbahn	Train	07:24	Karlsruhe Hbf	2h 35m	09:59	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	06:51	Karlsruhe Hbf	1h 1m	07:52	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day

1h 30mAverage duration

78 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £36	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£7 - £106	Average duration1h 24m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £13	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,311 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Karlsruhe and Frankfurt am Main?

Stops in Karlsruhe

A - Karlsruhe Hbf

B - Südseite Hauptbahnhof

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Frankfurt Airport

B - Südbahnhof

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main cost?
The average train ticket price from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main is £27. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main?
A train trip between Karlsruhe and Frankfurt am Main is around 1h 24m, although the fastest train will take about 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 78 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Karlsruhe and Frankfurt am Main?
The number of trains from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 41. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main?
When taking the train from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main?
Trains travelling between Karlsruhe and Frankfurt am Main leave from Karlsruhe Hbf or Südseite Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Frankfurt Airport, Südbahnhof.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/11

£19

13/11

£41

Today

£13

15/11

£13

16/11

£10

17/11

£9

18/11

No data

19/11

£13

The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £9 to £102 for a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-11-17.

Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.