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Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Strasbourg to Karlsruhe. The train trip from Strasbourg to Karlsruhe is usually about one hour and 22 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 58 minutes.
| Distance | 42 mi (68 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 58m |
| Lowest price | €19.76 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Strasbourg to Karlsruhe
- DB Intercity-Express tickets: €36 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: €20 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: €23 one-way
Which train should you take from Strasbourg to Karlsruhe?
There are 3 train lines with service from Strasbourg to Karlsruhe. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 6 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 1h 24m | €36.76 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 6 | 1h 13m | €34.13 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 7 | 1h 40m | €34.54 |
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 Strasbourg to Karlsruhe start from €23, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Karlsruhe. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Strasbourg leaves from Krimmeri-Meinau and one other station. And in Karlsruhe trains arrive at Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg and 3 other train stations.
From Strasbourg to Karlsruhe train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 40 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 0 hours and 58 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Strasbourg to Karlsruhe tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Strasbourg at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. 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 8 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 Strasbourg.
City Information
Strasbourg
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Located close to the border with Germany, Strasbourg is a city with a rich cultural history and amazing local landmarks. Make sure you do not make an itinerary through France without including Strasbourg! The city is the seat of many international organizations, and it features a unique Franco-German culture that distinguishes it from other French cities. The most popular local attraction is the Cathédrale Notre Dame, a sandstone Gothic cathedral that is remarkably well-preserved. The cathedral also houses an enormous astronomical clock that has been around since the 17th-century. You can also check out the Petite France district as you stroll around the city. The area is known for its quaint streets and timbered homes along a picturesque canal. If you're traveling with little ones, they'll enjoy the small, free zoo at Parc de l'Orangerie.
Strasbourg's unique geographical location features a vibrant food scene with distinctive cuisines. The Alsace region's top specialties include sauerkraut, flammeküche or flams, and baeckeoffe, a beef and pork stew. For a taste of these local dishes, check out the Skaechele, Zehnerglock, and Restaurant Les Chauvins Père & Fils.
Strasbourg is well-connected to French and German rail networks on SNCF and Deutsche Bahn trains. FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus buses depart from Strasbourg, and it is also easy to go just across the border into Germany to take a bus departing from Kehl.
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 Strasbourg?
Main departure station: Gare Centrale Strasbourg
There are two stations in Strasbourg where you can board the train to Karlsruhe.
All train stations in Strasbourg:
Gare Centrale Strasbourg
Krimmeri-Meinau
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 Strasbourg will stop at one (or more) of the 5 following stations in Karlsruhe:
Train stations in Karlsruhe:
Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg
Grötzingen
Grötzingen Oberausstraße
Karlsruhe-Knielingen
Maxau
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