There are 5 ways to get from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) by train, bus, bus and ferry or car
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Recommended option
Train • 1h 5m
40€ - 75€
Cheapest option
Bus and ferry • 2h 18m
5€ - 7€
3 alternative options
Bus • 2h
35€ - 50€
Bus via Frankfurt Main Train Station • 2h 36m
10€ - 21€
Drive • 1h 14m
15€ - 22€
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) is to bus and ferry which costs 5€ - 7€ and takes 2h 18m.
The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) is to train. Taking this option will cost 40€ - 75€ and takes 1h 5m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karlsruhe central train station station and arriving at Frankfurt HBF. AREA B Mannheimer Str.. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karlsruhe Hbf and arriving at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.
The distance between Karlsruhe and Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) is 123 km. The road distance is 139.3 km.
The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs 40€ - 75€.
The train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf takes 1h 5m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.
Karlsruhe to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Karlsruhe central train station.
Karlsruhe to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Karlsruhe Hbf station.
The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs 40€ - 75€. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 35€ - 50€ and takes 2h.
- Distance: 123.5 km
- Duration: 1h 5m
What companies run services between Karlsruhe, Germany and Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level), Germany?
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express operates a train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf hourly. Tickets cost 30€ - 45€ and the journey takes 1h 5m. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Frankfurt HBF. AREA B Mannheimer Str. 4 times a day. Tickets cost 10€ - 13€ and the journey takes 2h. Four other operators also service this route.
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 30€ - 45€
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn’s high-speed InterCity (IC) trains connect cities within Germany. They’re a popular way to travel as they’re faster than Deutsche Bahn’s regional trains and offer a frequent, fast service. All IC trains have first and second class carriages, power sockets and toilets, and most have a bistro cafe or restaurant. Tickets can be booked up to 180 days in advance of travel.
Contact Details
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 45€ - 65€
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 4m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 30€ - 45€
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- 35€ - 45€
- 1st Class
- 30€ - 40€
Deutsche Bahn’s regional network is made up of IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional-Express), RB (Regionalbahn) and S-Bahn trains. Ticket prices are fixed and there’s no seat reservations – just turn up, buy a ticket and jump on the next train. All regional trains depart regularly and connect to local and long-distance services.
Contact Details
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 15m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 22€ - 35€
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 16m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 75€
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Frankfurt HBF. AREA B Mannheimer Str.
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 10€ - 13€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
- Phone
- +385 91 30 30 356
- info@crnja-tours.hr
- Website
- crnja-tours.hr
Bus from Karlsruhe Central Bus Station to Frankfurt Main Central Train Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 15m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 8€ - 12€
- Website
- Crnja Tours
- Phone
- +359 2 8120810
- operations@eurolines.bg
- Website
- karat-s.com
Bus from Karlsruhe Central Bus Station to Frankfurt Main Central Train Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 30€ - 50€
- Website
- Karat-S
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0890715298
- Website
- ouibus.com
Bus from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt - Main station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 15m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 9€ - 12€
- Website
- Blablabus
- Phone
- 48/796 473 308
- biuro@autokarpolska.com.pl
- Website
- autokarpolska.com.pl
Bus from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 35m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- 35€ - 50€
- Schedules at
- autokarpolska.com.pl
- Phone
- 02/989 0000
- Website
- union-ivkoni.com
Bus and ferry from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 13m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- 5€ - 7€
- Schedules at
- union-ivkoni.com
- Phone
- +386 1 431 77 00
- info@nomago.si
- Website
- nomago.si
Bus from Karlsruhe Central Bus Station Southside to Frankfurt Main Train Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 10€ - 21€
- Book at
- Nomago
- Economy
- 10€ - 15€
- Premium
- 13€ - 18€
- Family&friends
- 15€ - 21€
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More Questions & Answers
Karlsruhe to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt HBF. AREA B Mannheimer Str. station.
Karlsruhe to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.
Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Karlsruhe to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level).
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