How much is the train ticket from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Dortmund start from R 391. The average price for this train route is around R 1 303. 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 Dortmund?

The average train journey time from Karlsruhe to Dortmund is 3h 23m, covering a distance of 289 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Karlsruhe to Dortmund route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

The earliest train from Karlsruhe to Dortmund departs at 06:51. And the latest train departs at 20:00.

Train Karlsruhe to Dortmund from R 367 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Dortmund on 12 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:55	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	7h 31m	07:26	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	18:51	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 12m	22:03	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	18:00	Karlsruhe Hbf	4h 28m	22:28	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
	18:51	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 12m	22:03	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	18:00	Karlsruhe Hbf	4h 28m	22:28	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Dortmund on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:37	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 10m	09:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	CheapestFastest
06:37	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 10m	09:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
06:37	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 10m	09:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
06:37	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 10m	09:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
06:37	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 10m	09:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Dortmund on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:37	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 10m	09:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	CheapestFastest
06:37	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 10m	09:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
06:37	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 10m	09:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
06:37	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 10m	09:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
06:37	Karlsruhe Hbf	3h 10m	09:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:45 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Dortmund

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 535, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

3h 30mAverage duration

288 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 425 - R 881	Average duration6h 45m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 391 - R 3 076	Average duration3h 23m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 535 - R 663	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Karlsruhe and Dortmund?

Karlsruhe

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Karlsruhe Hbf
Bahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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Südseite Hauptbahnhof
Hinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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Dortmund

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Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at R 391

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe to Dortmund 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 Dortmund?
The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Dortmund start from R 391. The average price for this train route is around R 1 303. 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 Dortmund?
The average train journey time from Karlsruhe to Dortmund is 3h 23m, covering a distance of 289 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Karlsruhe to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?
The earliest train from Karlsruhe to Dortmund departs at 06:51. And the latest train departs at 20:00.

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 167 to R 4 896 for a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 167, which is on 2025-12-15.