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Trip Summary
You can pick from 143 daily train trips between Karlsruhe and Augsburg. The average train journey from Karlsruhe to Augsburg takes 3 hours and 25 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train trips are as short as 2 hours and 33 minutes.
| Distance | 122 mi (196 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 33m |
| Lowest price | $30.16 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Karlsruhe to Augsburg?
There are 3 train lines with service from Karlsruhe to Augsburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 126 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 2 | 2h 57m | $58.27 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 73 | 3h 21m | $62.12 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 126 | 3h 27m | $63.78 |
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 Karlsruhe to Augsburg start from $34, and on average cost . Daily there are 126 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Augsburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Karlsruhe leaves from Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg and 8 other stations. And in Augsburg trains arrive at Inningen and 4 other train stations.
From Karlsruhe to Augsburg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 27 minutes. If you are looking to get to Augsburg faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 33 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Karlsruhe to Augsburg 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 Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Karlsruhe at 7:00am 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 143 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 Augsburg 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.
Augsburg
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Augsburg, located in the south of Germany in Bavaria, is the oldest city in the state and the second oldest in the country. Although Augsburg is not as popular as destinations like Munich or Stuttgart, this city shaped the history of Germany through its wealth, culture, and architecture and offers a breadth of experiences to wow even the most discerning traveler.
Augsburg boasts the unique title of having the world's oldest public housing settlement still in use. Founded by one of the richest men in the world at the time, Jacob Fugger, this housing complex has stood for over 500 years, providing housing for impoverished Catholics. The Fuggerei, as it is called, still houses people in need and the annual rent is equal to what one Rhenish guilder was worth in 1516: less than one euro. The enclave also welcomes visitors to learn more about Augsburg's history of community living at an on-site museum.
Augsburg hosts various festivals throughout the year, so there is always something happening in this small city. From the Mozart Festival to the Folk Festival to the celebration of youth culture, you can always rely on the celebration, great food, and parades in and around Augsburg.
There are several easy ways to travel to this charming town. Regular trains from Munich Airport provide easy international access to the city. The Hauptbahnhof, or train station, also welcomes frequent regional, national, and international trains run by Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain. Intercity bus carriers run many routes to Augsburg, with the most trip options available on FlixBus.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Karlsruhe?
Main departure station: Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 9 stops and stations in Karlsruhe where you can board the train.
All train stations in Karlsruhe:
Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg
Grötzingen
Grötzingen Oberausstraße
Karlsruhe-Durlach
Karlsruhe-Hagsfeld
Maxau
Karlsruhe-Knielingen
Karlsruhe-Mühlburg
Karlsruhe West
Where is the train station in Augsburg?
Main arrival station: Inningen
Inningen Station is a regional railway station in the small village of Inningen, on the outskirts of the city of Augsburg in Bavaria. The station is small, with only two platforms, but has a lot of character packed into the little white building. Regional trains pass through the station on the way to destinations like Oberhausen, Memmingen and Augsburg city center. The station doesn't have any amenities, besides covered seating and ticket machines, but a quick walk 5-10 minutes will take you to a coffee shop and the town's main hotel. Trains also run every 15 minutes to central Augsburg, where you can find a variety of shops, restaurants and hotels, plus onward connections to larger cities if you want some more options.
All train stations in Augsburg:
Inningen
Augsburg-Hochzoll
Augsburg Messe
Augsburg-Oberhausen
Augsburg Morellstr.
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