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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe

Composite routes from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe

Cheapest
58 min
Car
108 km.
from $5
Other
2 h 5 min
Bus
98 km.
from €13.04
Details

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Darmstadt central train station to Karlsruhe
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.27–$21.63

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Darmstadt central train station to Karlsruhe
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.54–$24.17

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$39.44–$44.53
Train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$30.53–$34.35
Train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.53–$34.35

ÖBB EuroCity

Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$33.08–$47.07

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.27–$21.63
Train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.27–$21.63

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.18–$15.27

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.85–$8.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe is to rideshare which costs $5 - $7.61 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe is to drive which takes 1h and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Darmstadt and Karlsruhe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Darmstadt central train station station and arriving at Karlsruhe central train station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Darmstadt and Karlsruhe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?

The distance between Darmstadt and Karlsruhe is 113 km. The road distance is 108 km.

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

The best way to get from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $8.70 - $40.22 .

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

The train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Darmstadt to Karlsruhe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Darmstadt to Karlsruhe train from?

Darmstadt to Karlsruhe train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?

The best way to get from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $8.70 - $40.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $13.04 - $20.65 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Darmstadt to Karlsruhe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Darmstadt to Karlsruhe train arrive?

Darmstadt to Karlsruhe train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?

Yes, the driving distance between Darmstadt to Karlsruhe is 108 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe.

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

Book your Darmstadt to Karlsruhe train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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

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

Where can I stay near Karlsruhe?

There are 720+ hotels available in Karlsruhe. Prices start at $49.33 per night.

Can I share a ride from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe?

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