The average train between Linz and Karlsruhe takes 6h 31m and the fastest train takes 5h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Linz to Karlsruhe. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Linz and Karlsruhe. The earliest departure is at 7:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Linz is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Karlsruhe at 6:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Muenchen Hbf and take an average of 6h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Linz to Karlsruhe? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Linz to Karlsruhe. However, there are services departing from Linz station and arriving at Karlsruhe station via Muenchen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.
Linz to Karlsruhe train services, operated by WESTbahn Gmbh, depart from Linz Hbf station.
Linz to Karlsruhe train services, operated by WESTbahn Gmbh, arrive at Karlsruhe Hbf station.
Book your Linz to Karlsruhe train tickets online with WESTbahn Gmbh, Arverio Baden-Württemberg and 4 other operators.
The distance between Linz and Karlsruhe is 438.9 km. The road distance is 586 km.
You can take a train from Linz Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf via Muenchen Hbf, München Hbf, Hauptbahnhof, and Stuttgart Hbf in around 6h 1m.