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Trip Summary
You can pick from 179 daily train trips between Helmstedt and Karlsruhe. The average train journey from Helmstedt to Karlsruhe takes 6 hours and 55 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 5 hours and 27 minutes.
| Distance | 250 mi (403 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 27m |
| Lowest price | US$21.83 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Helmstedt to Karlsruhe?
2 train services operate from Helmstedt to Karlsruhe. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 178 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 9h 14m | US$21.83 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 178 | 6h 55m | US$66.96 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Helmstedt and Karlsruhe is approximately 250 miles, or 403 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 55 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 27 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.
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Helmstedt to Karlsruhe. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Wednesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Helmstedt at 05:00 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 179 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 Helmstedt.
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 Helmstedt?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Helmstedt.
All train stations in Helmstedt:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Karlsruhe?
Main arrival station: Grötzingen
There are more train stations and stops in Karlsruhe than most cities. Most trains from Helmstedt will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Karlsruhe:
Train stations in Karlsruhe:
Grötzingen
Grötzingen Oberausstraße
Maxau
Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg
Karlsruhe-Knielingen
Karlsruhe-Durlach
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