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

The cheapest way to get from Weimar to Karlsruhe is to rideshare which costs €18 - €20 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Weimar to Karlsruhe is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Weimar and Karlsruhe?

No, there is no direct bus from Weimar station to Karlsruhe station. However, there are services departing from Weimar central train station and arriving at Karlsruhe central train station via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Weimar and Karlsruhe?

No, there is no direct train from Weimar to Karlsruhe. However, there are services departing from Weimar and arriving at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof via Erfurt Hbf and Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Weimar to Karlsruhe?

The distance between Weimar and Karlsruhe is 414 km. The road distance is 383.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Weimar to Karlsruhe without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 31m and costs €40 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Weimar to Karlsruhe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Weimar to Karlsruhe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Weimar to Karlsruhe train from?

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

Train or bus from Weimar to Karlsruhe?

The best way to get from Weimar to Karlsruhe is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 31m and costs €40 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Weimar to Karlsruhe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Weimar to Karlsruhe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Weimar to Karlsruhe?

Yes, the driving distance between Weimar to Karlsruhe is 383 km. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Weimar to Karlsruhe.

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

Book your Weimar to Karlsruhe bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Karlsruhe?

There are 813+ hotels available in Karlsruhe.

Can I share a ride from Weimar to Karlsruhe?

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

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

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

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 Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt50 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof20 / ...
4h 31m
€42–147
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Erfurt Central Station to Karlsruhe Central StationFlx10
4h 56m
€14–117
Bus
1. Take the bus from Weimar central train station to Frankfurt central train stationN3205
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Karlsruhe central train station108 / ...
7h 38m
€37–52
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Weimar to Karlsruhe383.7 km
4h 14m
€18–20
Train
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof82
4h 33m
€32–132
Drive 383.2 km
1. Drive from Weimar to Karlsruhe383.2 km
3h 43m
€55–79

Weimar to Karlsruhe by train

189Weekly Trains

4h 31mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 413.8 km
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Weimar to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof via Erfurt Hbf and Frankfurt in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Weimar central train station to Karlsruhe central train station via Frankfurt central train station in around 7h 38m.

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