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

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Forchheim is to bus which costs €28 - €45 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Forchheim is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and Forchheim?

No, there is no direct train from Karlsruhe to Forchheim. However, there are services departing from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Forchheim via Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Forchheim?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Forchheim is 318 km. The road distance is 273.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Forchheim without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs €35 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Karlsruhe to Forchheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Forchheim train from?

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

Train or bus from Karlsruhe to Forchheim?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Forchheim is to train which takes 4h and costs €35 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Forchheim train arrive?

Karlsruhe to Forchheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Forchheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Forchheim is 274 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Karlsruhe to Forchheim.

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

Book your Karlsruhe to Forchheim train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Forchheim?

There are 740+ hotels available in Forchheim.

Karlsruhe to Forchheim - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Karlsruhe to Forchheim by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Nürnberg Hbftrain 61
4h
€35–92
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Bamberg train stationbus N1326
4h 49m
€28–45
Drive 273.8 km
1. Drive from Karlsruhe to Forchheimcar 273.8 km
2h 27m
€38–55
Train to Frankfurt, fly, train
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane FRA - NUE
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Forchheimtrain
4h 1m
€110–228
Train to Stuttgart Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbftrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane STR - NUE
6h 13m
€106–309

Karlsruhe to Forchheim by train

60Weekly Trains

4hAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Karlsruhe to Forchheim.

Launch map view

Distance: 318.1 km
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Karlsruhe, Germany and Forchheim, Bavaria, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Nürnberg Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €25–80 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Bamberg train station once daily. Tickets cost €20–35 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.