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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mainz to Karlsruhe

Composite routes from Mainz to Karlsruhe

Cheapest
1 h 15 min
Car
140 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 1
FlixBus
Website
FlixBus
Website
3h 15m
Once daily
$18.99–$27.85
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 5
NS
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Nightjet
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
Süwex
Website
NS
Website
2h 19m
Once daily
$24.05–$59.49
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
1h 5m
Twice daily
$40.50–$45.57
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
Nightjet
Website
2h 19m
Once daily
$36.71–$189.87
+43 51717
+43 51717
Call
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
1h 21m
Hourly
$16.46–$24.05
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
Call
Süwex
Website
1h 40m
5 times a day
$26.58–$36.71
0621 8301200
0621 8301200
Call
Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
1h 42m
Every 4 hours
$8.23–$13.92
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
Call

Questions and Answers

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 $7.07 - $11.96 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 train which takes 1h 5m and costs $22.83 - $39.13 .

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 once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

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 every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Mainz to Karlsruhe?

The distance between Mainz and Karlsruhe is 130 km. The road distance is 138.6 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 5m and costs $22.83 - $39.13 .

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

The train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof takes 1h 5m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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 Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, 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 5m and costs $22.83 - $39.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16.30 - $23.91 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Mainz to Karlsruhe bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mainz and Karlsruhe?

It is currently 08:48 at both, Mainz and Karlsruhe.

Where does the Mainz to Karlsruhe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mainz to Karlsruhe?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Karlsruhe is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m 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 725+ hotels available in Karlsruhe. Prices start at $47.99 per night.

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.
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