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Trip Summary
39 trains operate daily from Karlsruhe to České Budějovice. The train trip from Karlsruhe to České Budějovice is usually about 11 hours and 30 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as 8 hours and 49 minutes.
| Distance | 276 mi (443 km) |
| Fastest train | 8h 49m |
| Lowest price | $33.53 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Karlsruhe to České Budějovice?
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the one and only train line which connects Karlsruhe to České Budějovice. However, there are 39 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 39 | 11h 30m | $102.07 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Karlsruhe to České Budějovice start from $34, and on average cost . Daily there are 39 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to České Budějovice. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Karlsruhe leaves from Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld and 9 other stations. And in České Budějovice trains arrive at Train Station .
From Karlsruhe to České Budějovice train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 11 hours and 30 minutes. If you are looking to get to České Budějovice faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 8 hours and 49 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Karlsruhe and České Budějovice is approximately 276 miles, or 443 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 30 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 49 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Karlsruhe to České Budějovice on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Karlsruhe at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. 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 39 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 České Budějovice 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-Hagsfeld
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 10 stops and stations in Karlsruhe where you can board the train.
All train stations in Karlsruhe:
Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld
Karlsruhe-Mühlburg
Karlsruhe-Durlach
Karlsruhe West
Train Station
Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg
Grötzingen Oberausstraße
Maxau
Grötzingen
Karlsruhe-Knielingen
Where is the train station in České Budějovice?
Main arrival station: Train Station
České Budějovice has one train station.
All train stations in České Budějovice:
Train Station
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