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Karlsruhe - Merseburg Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

128 trains operate daily from Karlsruhe to Merseburg. The train trip from Karlsruhe to Merseburg is usually about 7 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 5 minutes.

Distance227 mi (365 km)
Fastest train5h 0m
Lowest price€62.95
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Karlsruhe to Merseburg?

2 train services operate from Karlsruhe to Merseburg. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 123 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn1237h 7m€91.28
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company56h 14m€91.95
  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Karlsruhe to Merseburg start from €82, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Merseburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Karlsruhe leaves from Grötzingen Oberausstraße and 4 other stations. And in Merseburg trains arrive at Beuna(Geiseltal) .

    From Karlsruhe to Merseburg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 14 minutes. If you are looking to get to Merseburg faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 0 minutes.

    If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 5 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Merseburg.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Karlsruhe and Merseburg is approximately 227 miles, or 365 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 5 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 Merseburg are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 Sunday 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 128 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 Merseburg 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: Karlsruhe-Durlach

Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Karlsruhe where you can board the train.

All train stations in Karlsruhe:

  • Karlsruhe-Durlach

  • Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg

  • Grötzingen

  • Grötzingen Oberausstraße

  • Karlsruhe-Knielingen

  • Maxau

Where is the train station in Merseburg?

Main arrival station: Beuna(Geiseltal)

Merseburg has one train station.

Train stations in Merseburg:

  • Beuna(Geiseltal)

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