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

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart is to rideshare which costs €5 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart is to train which takes 54 min and costs €7 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Stuttgart?

No, there is no direct bus from Karlsruhe station to Stuttgart. However, there are services departing from Karlsruhe central train station and arriving at Stadtmitte via Leonberg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and Stuttgart?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karlsruhe Hbf and arriving at Stuttgart Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Stuttgart is 80 km. The road distance is 74.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs €7 - €35.

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

The train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf takes 54 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Stuttgart bus from?

Karlsruhe to Stuttgart bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Karlsruhe central train station.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Stuttgart train from?

Karlsruhe to Stuttgart train services, operated by Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg GmbH, depart from Karlsruhe Hbf station.

Train or bus from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart is to train which takes 54 min and costs €7 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Stuttgart bus arrive?

Karlsruhe to Stuttgart bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Stuttgart West station.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Stuttgart train arrive?

Karlsruhe to Stuttgart train services, operated by Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg GmbH, arrive at Stuttgart Hbf station.

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Stuttgart is 75 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart.

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

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Where can I stay near Stuttgart?

There are 1462+ hotels available in Stuttgart.

Can I share a ride from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart?

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

Karlsruhe to Stuttgart - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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 Hbf to Stuttgart HbfRe
54 min
€7–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart78 km
1h 24m
€5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart WestN1316 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leonberg to StadtmitteX2 / ...
1h 28m
Drive 74.7 km
1. Drive from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart74.7 km
56 min
€11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart74.7 km
56 min
€200–250

Karlsruhe to Stuttgart by train

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Distance: 80 km
Duration: 54 min

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

Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg GmbH operates a train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €14–27 and the journey takes 54 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stadtmitte via Leonberg in around 1h 28m.

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