The average train between Karlsruhe and Köln Hbf takes 2h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Karlsruhe to Köln Hbf. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Karlsruhe and Köln Hbf. The earliest departure is at 6:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Karlsruhe is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Köln Hbf at 12:51 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station and arriving at Köln Hbf station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.
Karlsruhe to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.
Karlsruhe to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
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The distance between Karlsruhe and Köln Hbf is 238.6 km. The road distance is 301 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €45–95 and the journey takes 2h 6m.