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Trip Summary
22 trains operate daily from Karlsruhe to Hockenheim. The train trip from Karlsruhe to Hockenheim is usually about one hour and 8 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 29 minutes.
| Distance | 23 mi (36 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 29m |
| Lowest price | $15.72 |
| Trains per day | 22 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Karlsruhe to Hockenheim?
2 train services operate from Karlsruhe to Hockenheim. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 22 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 22 | 1h 8m | $24.19 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 1h 40m | $21.72 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Karlsruhe to Hockenheim start from $22, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Hockenheim. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Karlsruhe leaves from Karlsruhe-Knielingen . And in Hockenheim trains arrive at Train Station .
From Karlsruhe to Hockenheim train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 40 minutes. If you are looking to get to Hockenheim faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 29 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Karlsruhe to Hockenheim. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Karlsruhe at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 22 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Karlsruhe to Hockenheim.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Hockenheim 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: Train Station
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 7 stops and stations in Karlsruhe where you can board the train.
All train stations in Karlsruhe:
Train Station
Karlsruhe-Knielingen
Grötzingen
Karlsruhe-Durlach
Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg
Grötzingen Oberausstraße
Maxau
Where is the train station in Hockenheim?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Hockenheim has one train station.
All train stations in Hockenheim:
Train Station
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