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Trip Summary
You can pick from 10 daily train trips between Kehl and Karlsruhe. The average train journey from Kehl to Karlsruhe takes one hour and 30 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train trips are as short as one hour and 2 minutes.
| Distance | 40 mi (64 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 2m |
| Lowest price | £17.05 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Kehl to Karlsruhe?
There are 3 train lines with service from Kehl to Karlsruhe. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 10 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 1h 3m | £24.77 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 5 | 1h 30m | £25.21 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 10 | 1h 31m | £22.63 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Kehl to Karlsruhe start from £17, and on average cost . Daily there are 10 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Karlsruhe. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Kehl leaves from Kork . And in Karlsruhe trains arrive at Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg and 5 other train stations.
From Kehl to Karlsruhe train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 31 minutes. If you are looking to get to Karlsruhe faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 2 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Kehl to Karlsruhe tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Kehl at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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 10 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 Karlsruhe to Kehl.
City Information
Kehl
Kehl is a town in the southwestern region of Germany, on the banks of the river Rhine. This scenic town is a gateway to the larger city of Strasbourg, France, on the opposite bank of the river. Several bridges connect the two cities, but the Passerelle des Deux Rives is the one to cross if you can. This pedestrian-only bridge starts in the beautiful Rhine Promenade in Kehl, connecting to another park in Strasbourg. While the bridge offers nice river views, the Weißtannenturm Kehl is an observation tower that offers panoramic views of the entire town.
Kehl is a small town, but its location near the border between France and Germany means it offers a great mix of traditional German and French cuisine. The most notable eateries in the city are Alte Zunft Kehl and Zur Traube.
Deutsche Bahn trains provide most ground travel to and from Kehl, with routes to Cologne, Berlin, Munich, and more. FlixBus offers coach service throughout Germany and to other countries in Europe.
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 coach 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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kehl?
Main departure station: Kork
There is one train station in Kehl.
All train stations in Kehl:
Kork
Where is the train station in Karlsruhe?
Main arrival station: Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg
There are more train stations and stops in Karlsruhe than most cities. Most trains from Kehl will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Karlsruhe:
Train stations in Karlsruhe:
Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg
Karlsruhe-Durlach
Maxau
Grötzingen
Grötzingen Oberausstraße
Karlsruhe-Knielingen
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