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Erlangen to Karlsruhe trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Erlangen and Karlsruhe takes 3h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Erlangen to Karlsruhe. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 34m
Duration
305 km
Distance
€60
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Erlangen to Karlsruhe train times

Trains run twice daily between Erlangen and Karlsruhe. The earliest departure is at 11:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Erlangen is at 7:18 PM which arrives into Karlsruhe at 10:54 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 3h 36m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 3h 33m • Direct
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    train train 3h 36m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 3h 33m • Direct
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    train train 3h 36m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 3h 33m • Direct
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    train train 3h 36m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 3h 33m • Direct
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    train train 3h 36m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 3h 33m • Direct
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    train train 3h 36m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 3h 33m • Direct
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    train train 3h 36m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Erlangen to Karlsruhe? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Erlangen to Karlsruhe.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 305.2 km
  • Duration: 3h 34m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Erlangen to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof twice daily. Tickets cost €45–95 and the journey takes 3h 33m.

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