What is the cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 7h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf is to fly and train which takes 4h 21m and costs €100 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Karlsruhe Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leipzig central train station station and arriving at Karlsruhe central train station station. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Karlsruhe Hbf?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Karlsruhe Hbf. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf?

The distance between Leipzig and Karlsruhe Hbf is 543 km. The road distance is 492.3 km.

How do I travel from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 5h 15m and costs €45 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf train from?

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

Train or bus from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 5h 15m and costs €45 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf is 492 km. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf?

Book your Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf?

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

Where can I stay near Karlsruhe Hbf?

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Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, and night train

There are 11 ways to get from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf by train, bus, night 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 via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Frankfurt13 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof20 / ...
5h 15m
€49–171
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Karlsruhe central train stationN13
7h 42m
€30–60
Night train
1. Take the night train from Leipzig Hbf to Karlsruhe HbfNj
5h 22m
€45–270
Drive 492.3 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf492.3 km
4h 44m
€71–102
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof12N
5h 22m
€40–140
Train #2
1. Take the train from Halle to Karlsruhe Central StationFlx10
5h 57m
€39–88
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Stuttgart Airport, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)LEJ - STR
2. Take the train from Stuttgart Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
5h 44m
€168–298
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)LEJ - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
4h 21m
€104–241
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Stuttgart Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Berlin Suedkreuz
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)BER - STR
3. Take the train from Stuttgart Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
5h 58m
€93–302
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Frankfurt (FRA)DRS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
5h 56m
€172–386
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Berlin Suedkreuz
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)BER - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
6h 21m
€94–355

Leipzig to Karlsruhe Hbf by train

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5h 15mAverage Duration

€49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 543.2 km
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Leipzig, Germany and Karlsruhe Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt in around 5h 15m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Karlsruhe central train station 6 times a week. Tickets cost €30–60 and the journey takes 7h 35m.

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