What is the cheapest way to get from Aachen to Karlsruhe?

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Karlsruhe is to rideshare which costs €15 - €24 and takes 3h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen to Karlsruhe?

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Karlsruhe is to drive which takes 3h and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen and Karlsruhe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aachen station west station and arriving at Karlsruhe central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Karlsruhe?

No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Karlsruhe. However, there are services departing from Aachen Hbf and arriving at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Aachen to Karlsruhe?

The distance between Aachen and Karlsruhe is 386 km. The road distance is 348 km.

How do I travel from Aachen to Karlsruhe without a car?

The best way to get from Aachen to Karlsruhe without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 3h 35m and costs €50 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Aachen to Karlsruhe?

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Aachen to Karlsruhe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Karlsruhe bus from?

Aachen to Karlsruhe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Aachen station west.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Karlsruhe train from?

Aachen to Karlsruhe train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Aachen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Aachen to Karlsruhe?

The best way to get from Aachen to Karlsruhe is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 3h 35m and costs €50 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €45 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Aachen to Karlsruhe bus arrive?

Aachen to Karlsruhe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Karlsruhe central train station.

Where does the Aachen to Karlsruhe train arrive?

Aachen to Karlsruhe train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Karlsruhe?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Karlsruhe is 348 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Aachen to Karlsruhe.

How do I get a train ticket from Aachen to Karlsruhe?

Book your Aachen to Karlsruhe train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Aachen to Karlsruhe?

Book your Aachen to Karlsruhe bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Karlsruhe?

There are 818+ hotels available in Karlsruhe.

Can I share a ride from Aachen to Karlsruhe?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Aachen and Karlsruhe. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Aachen to Karlsruhe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Aachen to Karlsruhe by train, bus, car, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)HbfIce / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof20 / ...
3h 35m
€51–155
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Aachen to Karlsruhe343.6 km
3h 46m
€15–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aachen station west to Karlsruhe central train stationN93
5h 35m
€22–45
Drive 348 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Karlsruhe348 km
3h
€50–72
Train
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Messe/DeutzRe
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof43
4h 9m
€44–179
Train #2
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Mannheim HbfNj
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Hagsfeld BahnhofS9 / ...
5h 48m
€39–55

Aachen to Karlsruhe by train

66Weekly Trains

3h 35mAverage Duration

€51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 386.3 km
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Karlsruhe, Germany?

You can take a train from Aachen Hbf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Frankfurt in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Aachen station west to Karlsruhe central train station once daily. Tickets cost €22–45 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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