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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Karlsruhe is to rideshare which costs €6 - €11 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Karlsruhe is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Karlsruhe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mainz central train station station and arriving at Karlsruhe central train station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Karlsruhe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Mainz to Karlsruhe?

The distance between Mainz and Karlsruhe is 138 km. The road distance is 136.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Karlsruhe without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs €23 - €35.

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

The train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Karlsruhe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mainz to Karlsruhe train from?

Mainz to Karlsruhe train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Mainz to Karlsruhe?

The best way to get from Mainz to Karlsruhe is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €17 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Mainz to Karlsruhe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mainz to Karlsruhe train arrive?

Mainz to Karlsruhe train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Karlsruhe?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Karlsruhe is 137 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Mainz to Karlsruhe.

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

Book your Mainz to Karlsruhe train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Mainz to Karlsruhe?

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

Where can I stay near Karlsruhe?

There are 816+ hotels available in Karlsruhe.

Can I share a ride from Mainz to Karlsruhe?

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

Mainz to Karlsruhe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Mainz to Karlsruhe by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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 Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe HauptbahnhofRe4
1h 40m
€23–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Mainz to Karlsruhe139.4 km
1h 42m
€6–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mainz central train station to Karlsruhe central train station476 / ...
3h 50m
€12–17
Drive 136.9 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Karlsruhe136.9 km
1h 10m
€20–29
Train via Mannheim
1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Mannheim, HauptbahnhofS6
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof43 / ...
1h 51m
€24–55
Train via Mannheim #2
1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Ludwigshafen, MitteS6
2. Take the train from Ludwigshafen, Mitte to Karlsruhe HauptbahnhofS3 / ...
2h 44m
€27–40

Mainz to Karlsruhe by train

7Weekly Trains

1h 40mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.8 km
Duration: 1h 40m

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

Süwex operates a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof once daily. Tickets cost €23–35 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Mainz central train station to Karlsruhe central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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