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Trip Summary
There are 46 daily trains from Karlsruhe to Ingolstadt. Traveling by train from Karlsruhe to Ingolstadt usually takes around 4 hours and 33 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can make the trip in 3 hours and 46 minutes.
| Distance | 138 mi (223 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 46m |
| Lowest price | €31.00 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Karlsruhe to Ingolstadt?
2 train services operate from Karlsruhe to Ingolstadt. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 32 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 32 | 4h 39m | €72.80 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 14 | 4h 17m | €64.12 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Karlsruhe to Ingolstadt start from €31, and on average cost . Daily there are 14 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Ingolstadt. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Karlsruhe leaves from Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg and 3 other stations. And in Ingolstadt trains arrive at Train Station and one other train station.
From Karlsruhe to Ingolstadt train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 17 minutes. If you are looking to get to Ingolstadt faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 46 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Karlsruhe and Ingolstadt is approximately 138 miles, or 223 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 33 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 46 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Karlsruhe to Ingolstadt on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Karlsruhe at 12:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 46 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Ingolstadt to Karlsruhe.
City Information
Karlsruhe
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Karlsruhe is fondly referred to as the Fan-Shaped City. Even though it's at the northern edge of the Black Forest, Karlsruhe has some of the warmest weather in the country, so many visitors pick this city to experience a Mediterranean-inspired vacation in Germany. There are hundreds of fine museums, quirky galleries, and beautiful theatres in the area that are all worth checking out.
Karlsruhe is a hub for science and technology, but it has an artistic side, too. The ZKM is a unique art museum that displays contemporary video and audio installations in a former weapons factory. Hit up the Jakobus Theatre, Kammertheater Karlsruhe, or The Sandkorn Theatre for live music or theatrical performance.
Another can't-miss landmark is the Karlsruhe Palace, built in the 18th-century. Not only does the palace include stunning grounds and magnificent architecture, it also houses the Baden State Museum with exhibits about the region's history. Some of the best outdoor recreation sites are Badesee Epple, Rheinstrandbad Rappenwort, and Weingarten, offering blue waters for fishing, swimming, and sailing, respectively.
Karlsruhe is easy to reach from cities like Berlin, Munich, and Frankfurt on Deutsche Bahn trains. FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, Union Ivkoni, and Cazmatrans provide bus service to the city as well. The Karlsruhe/Baden Airport is not too far away, so you can travel to this warm destination from nearly anywhere.
Ingolstadt
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Ingolstadt is the setting for Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein," but it's the birthplace of more than just monsters. A professor at the University of Ingolstadt founded the original Illuminati secret society in 1776 (the organization disbanded a few years later). These days, Ingolstadt hosts the headquarters of many top German companies such as Audi, Airbus, and Saturn. Car fans will definitely want to check out the Audi Museum's collection of classic cars and join a guided tour through the Audi factory.
History lovers should opt instead for the New Castle, a Gothic structure housing the Bavarian Army Museum. The German Museum of Medicine History, located in the university's Baroque yellow Old Anatomy Building, includes indoor exhibits and a verdant garden of medicinal plants.
It's easy to reach Ingolstadt from nearby cities such as Munich on intercity buses from carriers like FlixBus. Those traveling farther might choose a seat on a Deutsche Bahn train, which arrives at the Ingolstadt Nord or Ingolstadt Hauptbahnhof stations.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Karlsruhe?
Main departure station: Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Karlsruhe where you can board the train.
All train stations in Karlsruhe:
Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg
Grötzingen
Maxau
Grötzingen Oberausstraße
Where is the train station in Ingolstadt?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Ingolstadt receives travelers from Karlsruhe at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Ingolstadt:
Train Station
Ingolstadt Nord
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