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Trip Summary
128 trains operate daily from Karlsruhe to Lüneburg. The train trip from Karlsruhe to Lüneburg is usually about 6 hours and 46 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest DB Intercity-Express train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 11 minutes.
| Distance | 306 mi (492 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 11m |
| Lowest price | €28.49 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Karlsruhe to Lüneburg?
There are 3 train lines with service from Karlsruhe to Lüneburg. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 101 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 10 | 6h 8m | €69.65 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 101 | 6h 48m | €70.10 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 28 | 6h 54m | €81.64 |
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 Karlsruhe to Lüneburg start from €69, and on average cost . Daily there are 28 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Lüneburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Karlsruhe leaves from Train Station and 10 other stations. And in Lüneburg trains arrive at Train Station .
From Karlsruhe to Lüneburg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 54 minutes. If you are looking to get to Lüneburg faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 11 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Karlsruhe and Lüneburg is approximately 306 miles, or 492 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 46 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 11 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 departing from Karlsruhe to Lüneburg tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. 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 Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
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 128 scheduled trains on most days. 6 of these are direct connections to Lüneburg. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Lüneburg 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
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 11 stops and stations in Karlsruhe where you can board the train.
All train stations in Karlsruhe:
Grötzingen
Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg
Grötzingen Oberausstraße
Karlsruhe-Durlach
Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld
Train Station
Maxau
Karlsruhe West
Karlsruhe-Mühlburg
Karlsruhe-Knielingen
Albtalbf
Where is the train station in Lüneburg?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Lüneburg has one train station.
Train stations in Lüneburg:
Train Station
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