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Groningen to Karlsruhe trains

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The average train between Groningen and Karlsruhe takes 8h 55m and the fastest train takes 7h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Groningen 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.

8h 55m
Duration
640 km
Distance
€130
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Groningen to Zwolletrain train
  2. Take the train from Zwolle to Arnhem Centraaltrain train
  3. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain train Ice
  4. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain train 43 / ...
7h 5m
€91–220

Groningen to Karlsruhe train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Groningen and Karlsruhe. The earliest departure is at 5:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Groningen is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Karlsruhe at 12:59 PM. All services require a transfer at Zwolle and take an average of 8h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Groningen 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 Groningen to Karlsruhe.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 640.4 km
  • Duration: 8h 55m

What companies run services between Groningen, Netherlands and Karlsruhe, Germany?

You can take a train from Groningen to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof via Zwolle, Arnhem Centraal, and Köln Hbf in around 7h 5m.

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