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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Karlsruhe Hbf | Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
 | Karlsruhe Hbf | Berlin Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Karlsruhe Hbf | Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)* | No tags | |||||
| Karlsruhe Hbf | Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
| Karlsruhe Hbf | Berlin Ostbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Berlin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just R 250, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Karlsruhe and Berlin?
Karlsruhe
- ABahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
Berlin
- AEuropaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
- BAm Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
- CSeegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - EHildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
- FKarolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe to Berlin by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Karlsruhe to Berlin?
The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Berlin start from R 250. The average price for this train route is around R 1 339. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Karlsruhe to Berlin?
The average train journey time from Karlsruhe to Berlin is 5h 51m, covering a distance of 526 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 57m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Karlsruhe to Berlin route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Karlsruhe to Berlin?
The earliest train from Karlsruhe to Berlin departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 21:59.
Which is the best train operator from Karlsruhe to Berlin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Karlsruhe to Berlin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Karlsruhe to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Karlsruhe to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, 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 Berlin was searched and found on 30 Mar 2026 with a price of R 592To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Karlsruhe to Berlin as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 592 to R 5 212 for a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 592, which is on 2026-03-30.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE 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.
