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Trip Summary
There are 163 daily trains from Karlsruhe to Laatzen. Traveling by train from Karlsruhe to Laatzen usually takes around 5 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 4 hours and 36 minutes.
| Distance | 236 mi (380 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 36m |
| Lowest price | €49.10 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Karlsruhe to Laatzen?
2 train services operate from Karlsruhe to Laatzen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 133 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 133 | 5h 26m | €98.23 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 32 | 5h 20m | €92.45 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Karlsruhe to Laatzen start from €78, and on average cost . Daily there are 32 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Laatzen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Karlsruhe leaves from Grötzingen and 7 other stations. And in Laatzen trains arrive at Rethen(Leine) and one other train station.
From Karlsruhe to Laatzen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 20 minutes. If you are looking to get to Laatzen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 36 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Karlsruhe and Laatzen is approximately 236 miles, or 380 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 25 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 36 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.
Trains from Karlsruhe to Laatzen are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Karlsruhe at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 163 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 Laatzen 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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Karlsruhe?
Main departure station: Grötzingen Oberausstraße
Grötzingen Oberausstraße is a local station in the city of Karlsruhe, Germany which is served by local S-Bahn routes to destinations such as Pforzheim, Karlsruhe, Söllingen, and Germersheim. The station doesn't have much by way of amenties, but luckily there's a bakery and both Lidl and Edeka grocery stores nearby.
All train stations in Karlsruhe:
Grötzingen Oberausstraße
Grötzingen
Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg
Maxau
Karlsruhe-Durlach
Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld
Karlsruhe-Knielingen
Karlsruhe-Mühlburg
Where is the train station in Laatzen?
Main arrival station: Rethen(Leine)
Laatzen receives travelers from Karlsruhe at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Laatzen:
Rethen(Leine)
Hannover Messe/Laatzen
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