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

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Weimar is to drive which costs €55 - €80 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Weimar is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs €55 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and Weimar?

No, there is no direct train from Karlsruhe to Weimar. However, there are services departing from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Weimar via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Weimar?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Weimar is 414 km. The road distance is 390.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Weimar without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs €60 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Karlsruhe to Weimar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Weimar train from?

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

Where does the Karlsruhe to Weimar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Weimar?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Weimar is 390 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Karlsruhe to Weimar.

Where can I stay near Weimar?

There are 997+ hotels available in Weimar.

Karlsruhe to Weimar - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Karlsruhe to Weimar by train, 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 Erfurt Hbf82
3h 34m
€64–171
Train via Karlsruhe Central Station
cheapest
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Central Station to Erfurt Central StationFlx10
4h 1m
€20–171
Drive 390.2 km
1. Drive from Karlsruhe to Weimar390.2 km
3h 32m
€56–80
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)FRA - LEJ
3. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Weimar
5h 8m
€121–263

Karlsruhe to Weimar by train

11Weekly Trains

3h 34mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 413.8 km
Duration: 3h 34m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €60–150 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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