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Trip Summary
You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Pforzheim and Karlsruhe. The average train journey from Pforzheim to Karlsruhe takes one hour and 24 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as one hour and 6 minutes.
| Distance | 15 mi (25 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 6m |
| Lowest price | $17.60 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Pforzheim to Karlsruhe?
2 train services operate from Pforzheim to Karlsruhe. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 4 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 4 | 1h 24m | $18.52 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 2 | 1h 31m | $19.22 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Pforzheim to Karlsruhe start from $18, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Karlsruhe. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Pforzheim leaves from Eutingen(Baden) . And in Karlsruhe trains arrive at Maxau .
From Pforzheim to Karlsruhe train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 31 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 1 hours and 6 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Pforzheim to Karlsruhe are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Pforzheim at 1:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 5 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 Pforzheim.
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 Pforzheim?
Main departure station: Pforzheim-Weißenstein
There are two stations in Pforzheim where you can board the train to Karlsruhe.
All train stations in Pforzheim:
Pforzheim-Weißenstein
Eutingen(Baden)
Where is the train station in Karlsruhe?
Main arrival station: Maxau
Karlsruhe has one train station.
All train stations in Karlsruhe:
Maxau
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